Broussonetia papyrifera
Broussonetiia papyrifera, commonly known as paper mulberry, is a versatile medicinal plant deeply rooted in traditional Eastern medicine. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, its leaves and roots are utilized to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and respiratory issues. This resilient species offers significant pharmacological potential for modern holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Broussonetia papyrifera
- Family: Moraceae
- 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 Moraceae, it is classified under the genus Broussonetiia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Broussonetia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse distribution across several key regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the territories of Austria and Hungary. Moving toward the Mediterranean, its presence extends into the Southwestern European landscapes of France and Spain. Additionally, the species is established on the island of Sardegna within the Southwestern European zone. Together, these locations highlight the varied ecological range of the species across the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
Chemicals
Broussonetia papyrifera has 36 reported phytochemicals identified across 37 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, 3'-(3-methylbut-2-enyl)-3',4',7-trihydroxyflavane, 3,3',4',5,7-pentahydroxyflavone, 5,7,3',4'-tetrahydroxy-3-methoxy-8,5'-diprenylflavone, 5,7,3',4'-tetrahydroxy-6,5'-di-(gamma,gamma-dimethylallyl)-flavonol.
- Total chemicals
- 36
- Scientific sources
- 37
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3'-(3-methylbut-2-enyl)-3',4',7-trihydroxyflavane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,3',4',5,7-pentahydroxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,7,3',4'-tetrahydroxy-3-methoxy-8,5'-diprenylflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,7,3',4'-tetrahydroxy-6,5'-di-(gamma,gamma-dimethylallyl)-flavonol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chelerythrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoterihanine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-norchelerythrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Broussonetia papyrifera has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory, Antinociceptive, Antioxidant, Diuretic, Phytoalexin.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytoalexin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Broussonetia papyrifera has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Aspergillus niger, Vibrio infections, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, aromatase, asthma.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus niger | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vibrio infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vibrio parahaemolyticus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aromatase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| melanoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neurodegenerative diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |