Vaccinium emarginatum
Vaccinium emarginatum, commonly known as the mountain blueberry, is a resilient shrub native to high-altitude regions. Renowned for its nutrient-dense berries, this plant offers significant antioxidant properties. Traditionally valued in herbal medicine, it supports digestive health and provides essential vitamins, making it a vital component of mountain biodiversity.
- Scientific name: Vaccinium emarginatum
- Family: Ericaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 part of the order Ericales and falls under the family Ericaceae. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Vaccinium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Ericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vaccinium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the regions of Eastern Asia. Its natural habitat includes the Nansei-shotō islands, which are part of the Ryukyu archipelago. Furthermore, the species can be found growing within the subtropical landscapes of Taiwan. This distribution pattern highlights its preference for these particular island and coastal environments. Consequently, its presence is limited to these distinct East Asian locations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Vaccinium emarginatum has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include alpha-amyrin, beta-amyrin, catechin, epicatechin, hyperin.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| alpha-amyrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-amyrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoquercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidin A1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidin B3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Vaccinium emarginatum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Staphylococcus aureus, hepatocellular carcinoma.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hepatocellular carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |