Symplocos setchuensis
Symplocos setchuensis, commonly known as the Japanese Symplocos, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to East Asia. Renowned for its rich antioxidant properties, this plant is utilized in traditional practices to treat inflammation and skin ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Symplocos setchuensis
- Family: Symplocaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Ericales and the family Symplocaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Symplocos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Symplocaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Symplocos | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Symplocos setchuensis, is referred to by several common names depending on the regional linguistic context. In mainland China, it is identified by the names 四川山矾 (zh-cn) and 四川山矾 (zh), while in Taiwan, it is commonly called 四川灰木 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 四川山矾 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 四川灰木 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 四川山矾 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range of occurrence across several key regions in East Asia. Within the country of China, it can be found growing in the South-Central territories. Additionally, its distribution extends into the Southeast regions of China. Beyond the mainland, the species is also documented in the island territory of Taiwan. Collectively, these locations define its primary geographical footprint within Eastern Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Symplocos setchuensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Matairesinol, harman.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Matairesinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| harman | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Symplocos setchuensis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |