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Swertia japonica

Swertia japonica · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Swertiia japonica, scientifically known as Swertiia japonica, is a perennial herb revered in traditional medicine, particularly within East Asian practices. Renowned for its bitter properties, this plant is frequently utilized to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and alleviate fever, serving as a vital component in various herbal formulations.

Family
Gentianaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Ophelia Japonica F. Littoralis · Ophelia Japonica · 7 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Swertia japonica

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, it is a member of the Gentianaceae family. It is specifically categorized under the genus Swertia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Gentianales
Family Gentianaceae
Genus Swertia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range localized within the Eastern Asian region. Its natural habitat is primarily documented in the archipelago of Japan. Additionally, the species can be found growing across various parts of Korea. These two countries represent the core areas where its distribution is established. Consequently, its presence is concentrated within these particular East Asian territories.

Region Area
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Korea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Swertia japonica is characterized by its growth form as a herb, presenting a relatively low-profile stature typical of herbaceous species. In terms of its structural composition, the plant is classified as non-woody, lacking the lignified tissues found in shrubs or trees. This herbaceous nature implies a succulent or soft-stemmed habit that completes its life cycle without developing permanent woody structures.

Growth form :
herb
Woodiness :
non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Swertia japonica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Swertiamarin, Bellidifolin, Sweroside.

Chemicals reported in Swertia japonica
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Swertiamarin 4 supporting sources ★★☆☆☆
Bellidifolin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sweroside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Swertiamarin

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology
  2. Journal of AOAC International
  3. Planta medica
  4. Fitoterapia

Bellidifolin

  1. Planta medica

Sweroside

  1. Journal of AOAC International

Conditions

Swertia japonica has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include gastrointestinal disease.

Conditions investigated for Swertia japonica
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Gastrointestinal disease 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Gastrointestinal disease

  1. Journal of AOAC International

Preparations

Swertia japonica has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol extract, powder.

Preparations reported for Swertia japonica
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanol extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Powder 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanol extract

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Powder

  1. Fitoterapia