Syneilesis palmata
Syneilesis palmata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Syneilesis palmata, scientifically known as Syneilesis palmata, is a versatile perennial herb prized in traditional East Asian medicine. Often used to treat respiratory ailments and inflammation, this plant is valued for its nutritional properties and medicinal efficacy. It remains a significant botanical resource for holistic health and herbal wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Syneilesis palmataSources: Wikidata
Distribution
This plant, known as Syneilesis palmata, exhibits a specific geographical range within the East Asian region. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the temperate forests of Eastern Asia. Within this territory, the species is documented to grow natively in Japan. Additionally, its distribution extends across the neighboring peninsula of Korea. Consequently, these two countries represent the core areas where this medicinal plant can be found in the wild.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Japan |
| Eastern Asia | Korea |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Syneilesis palmata is characterized by its distinct growth form as a perennial herb. It exhibits a non-woody structure, lacking the lignified tissues typical of shrubs or trees, which allows for its rapid seasonal development. The plant emerges from rhizomes, producing large, deeply lobed leaves that define its vegetative appearance, all while maintaining a soft, herbaceous consistency throughout its stem and foliage.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Syneilesis palmata has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Journal of microbiology and biotechnology
Conditions
Syneilesis palmata has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include arthritis, pain.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Arthritis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pain | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Arthritis
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Pain
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Preparations
Syneilesis palmata has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include whole plant.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Whole plant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Whole plant
- Phytotherapy research : PTR