Aronia melanocarpa
Black chokeberry
Aronia melanocarpa, commonly known as black chokeberry, is a nutrient-dense shrub celebrated for its potent antioxidant properties. Rich in anthocyanins and vitamin C, these dark berries support cardiovascular health and immune function. Widely used in functional foods and supplements, they offer remarkable therapeutic benefits for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Aronia melanocarpa
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aronia melanocarpa, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Rosales. Finally, it is a member of the Rosaceae family under the genus Aronia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aronia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Aronia melanocarpa, is recognized by various common names depending on the region and language. In Slovakia, it is referred to as arónia čiernoploďná, while in Poland, it is called aronia czarna. The Russian language identifies it as Арония черноплодная, and in Latvia, it is known as Melnaugļu aronija. Additionally, in Ukraine, the plant is commonly called горобина чорноплідна.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| sk | arónia čiernoplodá | Wikidata |
| pl | aronia czarna | Wikidata |
| ru | Арония черноплодная | Wikidata |
| lv | Melnaugļu aronija | Wikidata |
| uk | горобина чорноплідна | Wikidata |
| de | Schwarze Apfelbeere | Wikidata |
| nn | Svartsurbær | Wikidata |
| lt | Juodavaisė aronija | Wikidata |
| ba | Ҡара миләш | Wikidata |
| hsb | Čorna aronija | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Aronia melanocarpa, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several northern regions. In Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Great Britain. Its presence extends significantly into Eastern Canada, where it inhabits the province of New Brunswick. The species is also widely distributed throughout the Atlantic provinces of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. Additionally, this medicinal plant is commonly located within the province of Ontario.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | New Brunswick | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Newfoundland | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Nova Scotia | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Prince Edward I. | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Québec | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Iowa | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Minnesota | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aronia melanocarpa, is highly valued for its diverse therapeutic components distributed throughout its structure. The dark, antioxidant-rich fruits serve as the primary source of medicinal compounds, often processed into a concentrated fruit juice to enhance bioavailability. Beyond the fruit itself, researchers utilize various plant extracts derived from the foliage and tissues to study its health benefits. Additionally, the underground roots/stocks contribute to the overall chemical profile of the species, making the entire organism a subject of significant pharmacological interest.- Total parts
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 11
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit juice | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rootstocks | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| plant extract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| extracts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berry juice | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Berries | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aronia melanocarpa has 44 reported phytochemicals identified across 69 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthocyanins, polyphenols, anthocyanin, flavonoids, chlorogenic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 44
- Scientific sources
- 69
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthocyanins | 11 | ★★★★★ |
| polyphenols | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| anthocyanin | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| cyanidin-3-galactoside | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neochlorogenic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| protocatechuic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Amygdalin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aronia melanocarpa has 8 reported activities identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiproliferative, Antimicrobial, Gastroprotective, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 7 | ★★★★☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gastroprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aronia melanocarpa has 36 reported medicinal uses identified across 39 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diabetes mellitus, insulin sensitivity, oxidative stress, Escherichia coli, HDL-cholesterol.
- Total uses
- 36
- Scientific sources
- 39
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diabetes mellitus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| insulin sensitivity | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HDL-cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Inflammatory Bowel Disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Inflammatory bowel disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LDL-cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Listeria monocytogenes infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |