Schisandra
Schisandra chinensis
Plant Family
Schisandraceae
Pictured: Schisandra
Schisandra / star-anise family
Aromatic woody vines and trees; schisandra's five-flavor berry is an adaptogenic liver tonic.
1 Herb // 11 Constituents // 2 Notable Members
Overview
The Schisandra / Star-Anise Family
Aromatic woody vines and trees; schisandra’s five-flavor berry is an adaptogenic liver tonic.
Materia Medica
Herbs in This Family
The monograph in the database whose Schisandraceae membership is recorded on the herb itself — so this list keeps itself current as new herbs land.
Phytochemistry
Characteristic Chemistry
The compounds recorded for this family's single member, grouped by class.
Phenolics 8
- Gomisins 1
- Lignans 1
- Macelignan 1
- Schisandrin A 1
- Schisandrin B 1
- Schisandrol B 1
- Schisantherin A 1
- Schizandrins 1
Terpenoids 2
Carbohydrates 1
Beyond the Database
Also in This Family
Notable members without a monograph yet.
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