Ulmus davidiana japonica
Ulmus davidiana var. japonica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (24 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ulmus davidiana japonica, scientifically known as Ulmus davidiana var. japonica, is a resilient deciduous tree native to East Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, its bark and leaves possess significant therapeutic potential. Often utilized for their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, this species offers valuable insights into natural healing practices.
- Family
- Ulmaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root · Stem
- Common names
- Japanese Elm
- Scientific synonyms
- Ulmus Japonica Var. Levigata · Ulmus Japonica F. Suberosa · 9 more
Names
Common Names
- Japanese elm
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ulmus davidiana var. japonicaSynonyms
- Ulmus japonica var. levigata
- Ulmus japonica f. suberosa
- Ulmus japonica var. suberosa
- Ulmus japonica
- Ulmus davidiana f. levigata
- Ulmus davidiana var. levigata
- Ulmus pumila var. suberosa
- Ulmus campestris var. japonica
- Ulmus wilsoniana var. psilophylla
- Ulmus kijimana
- Ulmus wilsoniana
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 Rosales and the family Ulmaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Ulmus as the variety japonica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Ulmaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ulmus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across Northern Asia and the Russian territories. Within Siberia, it can be found growing in the regions of Buryatiya and Chita. Its presence extends into the Russian Far East, specifically inhabiting the Amur area. The species is also documented in the Khabarovsk region of the same territory. Finally, its range reaches the maritime reaches of the Kuril Islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Ulmus davidiana var. japonica, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, particularly involving its structural and underground elements. The stem provides the necessary support for the tree's growth and serves as a conduit for nutrients throughout its vascular system. More importantly, in traditional herbal practices, the root bark is highly valued for its therapeutic potential. Whether harvested as individual pieces of root bark or processed as root barks from different sections of the root system, these parts are often decocted to treat inflammatory conditions and digestive issues.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 3 sources) | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stem | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ulmus davidiana var. japonica has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Lyoniside, Mansonone F, catechin-7-o-xyloside, icariside E3, nudiposide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Lyoniside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mansonone F | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin-7-o-xyloside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| icariside E3 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nudiposide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Lyoniside
- Archives of pharmacal research
Mansonone F
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
catechin-7-o-xyloside
- Oncology reports
icariside E3
- Archives of pharmacal research
nudiposide
- Archives of pharmacal research
Activities
Ulmus davidiana var. japonica has 2 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibiotic, Inflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Inflammatory | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ulmus davidiana var. japonica has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include MRSA, cancer, enteritis, infectious diseases, mastitis.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| MRSA | Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | Oncology reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| enteritis | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mastitis | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| non-small cell lung cancer | Oncology reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhinitis | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sinusitis | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| distillate | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanol extract | Oncology reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root bark | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem and root barks | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |