Prunus domestica
Prunus domestica, commonly known as the European plum, is a versatile deciduous tree valued for its nutrient-dense fruit. Beyond culinary uses, it holds significant medicinal importance. Rich in dietary fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins, its fruit and bark are traditionally utilized to support digestive health and alleviate constipation effectively.
- Scientific name: Prunus domestica
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Prunus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Prunus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across various regions within the European continent. In Northern Europe, its distribution includes the territories of Great Britain and Ireland. It can also be found growing within the borders of Sweden. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is established in Austria. Finally, its geographical range extends to include Belgium.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
Chemicals
Prunus domestica has 18 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include proanthocyanidin, anthocyanin, flavonoids, OTA, Rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| proanthocyanidin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| OTA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorophylls | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| curcumin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| docosyl ferulate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Prunus domestica has 10 reported activities identified across 14 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant, Neuroprotective, AntiBPH, Anticarcinogenic.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 14
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiBPH | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardioprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Immunostimulant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Prunus domestica has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Liver cancer, Yersinia ruckeri, antidiabetic, antihypertensive, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Liver cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Yersinia ruckeri | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myocardial infarction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| plum pox virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stroke | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |