Botanical Overview
Eurya acuminata belongs to the Theaceae family. Limited but reliable traditional records indicate this plant has recognized medicinal applications in one or more healing traditions. This species belongs to the Theaceae family, a group of flowering plants.
Family Context
The Theaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Tea — 40 documented uses
- Camellia — 13 documented uses
- Eurya japonica — 5 documented uses
- Ternstroemia gymnanthera — 2 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Eurya acuminata has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including China, Indonesia, India, Myanmar, Malaysia, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 1 compound in this species: betulinic-acid.
ⓘ Information
Information on this page is compiled from Dr. Duke’s Phytochemical and Ethnobotanical Databases (USDA ARS), a public domain resource. Consult a healthcare professional before using any herbal preparation.