Styphnolobium japonicum
Styphnolobium japonicum, commonly known as the Japanese pagoda tree, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional practices. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, its bark and leaves are utilized to treat various ailments. This deciduous tree offers significant therapeutic potential for supporting overall vascular and metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Styphnolobium japonicum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and is specifically identified by the genus Styphnolobium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Styphnolobium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Styphnolobium japonicum, is recognized by various common names across different languages and regions. In Hungarian, it is referred to as a közönséges pagodafa, while in Czech, it is called jerlín japonský. Its presence in Northern Europe is noted by the Danish name Pagodetræ, and in German-speaking areas, it is known as Japanischer Schnurbaum. Finally, in Spanish, the species is commonly identified as Sophora japonica.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| hu | közönséges pagodafa | Wikidata |
| cs | jerlín japonský | Wikidata |
| da | Pagodetræ | Wikidata |
| de | Japanischer Schnurbaum | Wikidata |
| es | Sophora japonica | Wikidata |
| it | Sofora del Giappone | Wikidata |
| ja | エンジュ | Wikidata |
| nl | honingboom | Wikidata |
| pt | Styphnolobium | Wikidata |
| vi | Hòe | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across several key regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its distribution includes the territories of Czechia and Slovakia, as well as Hungary. Moving toward the west, the species can be found throughout Southwestern Europe, specifically in France and Spain. Additionally, its range extends into Southeastern Europe within the borders of Romania. Together, these locations illustrate a wide geographical spread across various European climates.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Krym | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Styphnolobium japonicum, utilizes various anatomical structures that contribute to its biological profile. The large, compound leaves are a prominent feature, providing the necessary surface area for photosynthesis. During its reproductive phase, the tree produces numerous small, fragrant flowers that emerge from distinct flower buds. These blossoms eventually give way to the development of seeds, which are encased within the fruit's protective layers, specifically the pericarp.- Total parts
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 18
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pericarps | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower buds | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fresh fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Small Branches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Styphnolobium japonicum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,3,5-triiodobenzoic acid, 3'-Methoxydaidzein, Maackiain, flavonol, sophoricoside.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,3,5-triiodobenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3'-Methoxydaidzein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Maackiain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sophoricoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| soyasaponin 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| zeatin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Styphnolobium japonicum has 12 reported activities identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antitumor, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiobesity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hemostatic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Styphnolobium japonicum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |