Xanthoceras sorbifolium
Xanthoceras sorbifolium, commonly known as Yellow Xanthoceras, is a versatile deciduous shrub native to East Asia. Highly valued in traditional medicine, its various parts—including leaves, bark, and seeds—possess significant therapeutic properties. Research highlights its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, making it a subject of great pharmacological interest.
- Scientific name: Xanthoceras sorbifolium
- Family: Sapindaceae
- 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 organized under the order Sapindales and the family Sapindaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Xanthoceras.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Xanthoceras | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range spanning several key regions across Asia. In Central Asia, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Uzbekistan. Within China, its distribution is extensive, covering Inner Mongolia, the North-Central regions, and the Southeast. Furthermore, it can be found in Eastern Asia, particularly across Korea. Together, these locations highlight the diverse habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Chemicals
Xanthoceras sorbifolium has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include compound 3, compound 4, coumarins, flavonoids, lignans.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| compound 3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 4 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Xanthoceras sorbifolium has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic, Gastroprotective.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gastroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Xanthoceras sorbifolium has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include benign prostatic hyperplasia, hemostasis, inflammation, oxidative stress, reactive oxygen species.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| benign prostatic hyperplasia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hemostasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| reactive oxygen species | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |