boxleaf eugenia
Syzygium buxifolium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (12 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Boxleaf Eugenia, scientifically known as Syzygium buxifolium, is a versatile medicinal shrub cherished in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its aromatic foliage, it possesses potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Often utilized to treat skin ailments and digestive issues, this resilient plant offers significant therapeutic potential for holistic wellness and healing.
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Boxleaf Eugenia · Fish-Scale Bush
- Scientific synonyms
- Eugenia Sinensis · Syllysium Buxifolium · 4 more
Names
Common Names
- boxleaf eugenia
- fish-scale bush
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Syzygium buxifoliumSynonyms
- Eugenia sinensis
- Syllysium buxifolium
- Eugenia pyxophylla
- Eugenia somae
- Eugenia microphylla
- Syzygium somae
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Myrtales, it is classified under the family Myrtaceae and is specifically identified by the genus Syzygium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Syzygium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in East Asia. Within China, it is specifically found in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its range extends further into Eastern Asia, where it is documented in Japan. Additionally, the species can be located within the Nansei-shoto islands. Together, these locations define the specific environmental niches where the plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Syzygium buxifolium has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, Friedelin, OLEANOLIC ACID, Pomolic acid, Ursolic acid.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Friedelin | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| OLEANOLIC ACID | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pomolic acid | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-Daucosterol | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |