Zanthoxylum armatum var. armatum

Zanthoxylum armatum var. armatum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Zanthoxylum armatum var. armatum, is a potent medicinal shrub renowned for its aromatic properties. Commonly used in traditional Ayurvedic and folk medicine, this plant features unique bioactive compounds. It serves as a natural remedy for digestive issues, respiratory ailments, and inflammatory conditions across various healing practices.

Family
Not available
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Fruit · Leaf
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Zanthoxylum armatum var. armatum

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In the Caucasus, its presence is specifically noted within the North Caucasus area. Its distribution extends extensively through China, encompassing the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast regions. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the high-altitude terrains of Tibet. Together, these locations define the diverse natural habitats where this medicinal variety thrives.

Region Area
Caucasus North Caucasus
China China South-Central
China China North-Central
China China Southeast
China Tibet
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Korea
Eastern Asia Nansei-shoto
Eastern Asia Taiwan
Indian Subcontinent Assam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Zanthoxylum armatum var. armatum has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit, leaf.

Plant parts reported in Zanthoxylum armatum var. armatum
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Fruit 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Leaf 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Fruit

  1. Genomics

Leaf

  1. Genomics