Aronia × prunifolia
Aronia × pruinifolia, commonly known as the chokeberry, is a resilient deciduous shrub celebrated for its potent antioxidant properties. Rich in anthocyanins and vitamins, its dark berries are utilized in traditional medicine to support cardiovascular health, reduce inflammation, and bolster the immune system through their exceptional nutrient density.
- Scientific name: Aronia × prunifolia
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is classified under the genus Aronia. Specifically, Aronia × pruiniifolia represents a hybrid within this unique taxonomic lineage.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aronia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found in Belgium. It is also widely distributed throughout Germany and the Netherlands. Finally, its range extends further into Middle Europe to include Poland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Newfoundland | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Québec | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Wisconsin | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aronia × prunifolia has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include benzoic acid, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, cinnamic acid, cryptochlorogenic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| benzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cinnamic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cryptochlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neochlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenylalanine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| protocatechuic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syringic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |