Ziziphus xylopyrus
Ziziphus xylopyrus, commonly known as the wild jujube, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammation and digestive issues. Its unique fruit and bark offer significant bioactive compounds for holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Ziziphus xylopyrus
- Family: Rhamnaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it is classified under the family Rhamnaceae. Its scientific designation is further refined within the genus Ziziphus, specifically as the species Ziziphus xylopyrus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhamnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ziziphus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions of the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of India and its neighboring countries. Specifically, its presence has been documented in the lush terrains of Assam and throughout Bangladesh. The species also extends its range into the hilly regions of Nepal. Additionally, it is located within the tropical environments of Sri Lanka.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ziziphus xylopyrus has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, steroids, sterol.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ziziphus xylopyrus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Sedative.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ziziphus xylopyrus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cough, sterility.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sterility | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |