Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis, commonly known as the Amur lilac, is a resilient shrub valued for its ornamental beauty and potential medicinal properties. Historically used in traditional practices, its bark and leaves are studied for bioactive compounds that offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical importance.
- Scientific name: Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis
- Family: Oleaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Oleaceae and the genus Syringa. Specifically, the specimen is identified as the subspecies Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Syringa | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily concentrated across East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its distribution encompasses the Amur, Khabarovsk, and Primorye regions. Moving into China, the species is also found within the territory of Inner Mongolia. Additionally, its presence extends throughout the Manchuria region of China. Together, these locations define the natural habitat where this subspecies can be located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Chemicals
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include syringin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| syringin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cough, fever, memory, pain.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| memory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |