Vaccinium iteophyllum
Vaccinium iteophyllum, commonly known as the yellow-leafed blueberry, is a resilient shrub native to specific montane ecosystems. Renowned for its unique foliage and antioxidant-rich berries, this medicinal plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Research suggests its bioactive compounds may support metabolic health and provide potent anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Scientific name: Vaccinium iteophyllum
- 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 situated in the order Ericales and the family Ericaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its placement in 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 range of distribution across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in the South-Central areas as well as the Southeast. Its presence also extends into the high-altitude territories of Tibet. Beyond the Chinese borders, the species is documented within the Indo-China region. Specifically, it has been identified as growing in the country of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Vaccinium iteophyllum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 19,24-dihydroxyurs-12-en-3-one-28-oic acid, beta-sitosterol, friedelin, friedelinol, taraxerol.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 19,24-dihydroxyurs-12-en-3-one-28-oic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| friedelin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| friedelinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| taraxerol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| taraxerone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ursolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |