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Himalayan elm

Ulmus wallichiana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Himalayan elm, scientifically known as Ulmus wallichiana, is a majestic deciduous tree native to the Himalayan foothills. Renowned for its medicinal properties, it is utilized in traditional practices to treat skin ailments and inflammatory conditions. This resilient species plays a vital role in mountain ecosystems and herbal pharmacology.

Family
Ulmaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Stem
Common names
Himalayan Elm
Scientific synonyms
Ulmus Wallichiana Subsp. Xanthoderma · Ulmus Wallichiana Var. Tomentosa

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Himalaja-Ulme
  • Himalayaulme

French:

  • Orme de Wallich

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Ulmus wallichiana

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. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the 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 specific geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In Western Asia, its presence is notably recorded in Afghanistan. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, the species can be found growing in Nepal. It also occupies significant territories within Pakistan. Furthermore, its range extends throughout the West Himalaya region of the Indian Subcontinent.

Region Area Source
Western Asia Afghanistan WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Nepal WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Pakistan WCVP
Indian Subcontinent West Himalaya WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Ulmus wallichiana, commonly known as the Himalayan Elm, possesses various therapeutic properties, with the stem bark serving as a primary medicinal component. The stem bark is frequently utilized in traditional medicine due to its specific chemical constituents that contribute to its healing capabilities. When harvested, this part of the plant is often processed to treat ailments such as inflammation, skin disorders, or digestive issues, depending on the specific traditional practice being followed.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
stem Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Ulmus wallichiana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 6-glucopyranosyl-4',5,7-trihydroxyflavanone.

Chemicals reported in Ulmus wallichiana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
6-glucopyranosyl-4',5,7-trihydroxyflavanone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

6-glucopyranosyl-4',5,7-trihydroxyflavanone

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Activities

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

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Diuretic Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Ulmus wallichiana has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cardiac hypertrophy, fracture healing.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
cardiac hypertrophy Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
fracture healing Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
extracts made from the stem bark Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
stem bark Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆