Botanical Overview
Eurya japonica 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.
General Description
5 m tall shrub in the Pentaphylacaceae family.
Family Context
The Theaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Tea — 40 documented uses
- Camellia — 13 documented uses
- Eurya acuminata — 2 documented uses
- Ternstroemia gymnanthera — 2 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Eurya japonica has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including China, Indonesia, India, Japan, South Korea, and others.
Traditional Uses
Eurya japonica has been traditionally used for skin and wound care.
Skin and wound care.
- Eruption
- Skin
For skin conditions, the fresh or dried plant is applied topically as a poultice, wash, or compress. A strong decoction can be used to clean wounds and sores. The antimicrobial properties help prevent infection while promoting tissue repair.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 1 compound in this species: betulinic-acid.