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lacebark elm

Ulmus parvifolia · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Lacebark elm, scientifically known as Ulmus parvifolia, is a versatile deciduous tree cherished for its distinctive, exfoliating bark. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this resilient species holds significant medicinal value in traditional practices, where its bark and leaves are utilized for their anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and various therapeutic properties.

Family
Ulmaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Leaf · Root
Common names
Lacebark Elm · Lacebark
Scientific synonyms
Ulmus Campestris Var. Chinensis · Ulmus Sieboldii F. Shirasawana · 14 more

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Olmo chino
  • olmo chino

German:

  • Chinesische Ulme
  • japanische Ulme
  • Chinesische Ulme

French:

  • Orme de Chine
  • orme de Chine

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Ulmus parvifolia

Synonyms

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 falls under the order Rosales and is a member of the family Ulmaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Ulmus.

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 diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents and regions. In Southern Africa, it can be found within the Cape Provinces, the Free State, and the Northern Provinces. Its range extends across Central Asia, specifically within the borders of Uzbekistan. Furthermore, the species is well-established in the China South-Central region. These varied locations highlight the wide ecological adaptability of Ulmus parvifolia.

Region Area Source
Southern Africa Cape Provinces WCVP
Southern Africa Free State WCVP
Southern Africa Northern Provinces WCVP
Central Asia Uzbekistan WCVP
China China South-Central WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP
China China Southeast WCVP
Eastern Asia Japan WCVP
Eastern Asia Korea WCVP
Eastern Asia Nansei-shoto WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Ulmus parvifolia, offers various components that are utilized for their medicinal properties. The leaves are often harvested for their therapeutic qualities, while the bark serves as a primary source of bioactive compounds. In traditional practices, the root bark is specifically sought after for its unique medicinal potency, and the bark powder, derived from the processed stem, is frequently used in various topical or internal formulations to treat different ailments.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaf Plant signaling & behavior (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
root Journal of clinical medicine (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Ulmus parvifolia has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, MMP, Sesquiterpenes, triterpenoids.

Chemicals reported in Ulmus parvifolia
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
MMP 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sesquiterpenes 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
triterpenoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoids

  1. Plant signaling & behavior

MMP

  1. Journal of clinical medicine

Sesquiterpenes

  1. Plant signaling & behavior

triterpenoids

  1. Plant signaling & behavior

Activities

Ulmus parvifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Antioxidant Plant signaling & behavior (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Ulmus parvifolia has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diarrhea, fever, inflammation, lipid peroxidation, wounds.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
diarrhea Plant signaling & behavior (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
fever Plant signaling & behavior (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
inflammation Plant signaling & behavior (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
lipid peroxidation The American journal of Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
wounds Journal of clinical medicine (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆