limeberry
Micromelum minutum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Limeberry, scientifically known as Micromelum minutum, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and fever. Its nutrient-rich berries and bioactive compounds offer significant therapeutic potential.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Limeberry
- Scientific synonyms
- Limonia Minuta
Names
Common Names
- limeberry
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Micromelum minutumSynonyms
- Limonia minuta
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rutaceae and is identified by the genus Micromelum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Micromelum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. The species also extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically found in the state of Assam. Additionally, the plant can be located within the borders of Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight its widespread habitat across both Chinese and South Asian landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Micromelum minutum, is a medicinal species where the leaves serve as a primary component for therapeutic applications. These leaves are typically characterized by their specific shape and venation, which are essential for accurate botanical identification. In various traditional medicinal practices, the leaves are often harvested and utilized to prepare decoctions or infusions, leveraging their bioactive compounds to treat various ailments.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Micromelum minutum has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins, Micromarin A, Micromarin B, Micromarin C, Micromarin F.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromarin A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromarin B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromarin C | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromarin F | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromarin G | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromarin H | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| TFC | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| TPC | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Coumarins
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Micromarin A
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Micromarin B
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Micromarin C
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Micromarin F
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Micromarin G
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Micromarin H
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
TFC
- Heliyon
TPC
- Heliyon
Activities
Micromelum minutum has 4 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Micromelum minutum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidiabetic, antioxidant.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| antidiabetic | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |