Botanical Overview
Viburnum cassinoides belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family. Limited but reliable traditional records indicate this plant has recognized medicinal applications in one or more healing traditions. This species belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family, a group of flowering plants.
General Description
It is often synonymized with Viburnum nudum var. cassinoides.
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Description adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).Family Context
The Caprifoliaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Japanese Honeysuckle — 31 documented uses
- Sambucus racemosa — 26 documented uses
- Black Haw — 12 documented uses
- Simpson’s elderberry — 3 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Viburnum cassinoides has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Estonia, Spain, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 1 compound in this species: betulin.
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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.