Rhamnus pentapomica
Rhamnus pentapomica, commonly known as the five-fruit buckthorn, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to specific subtropical regions. Valued in traditional pharmacopoeia, its diverse phytochemical properties offer therapeutic potential. Exploring its unique botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds provides vital insights into its role in natural healing and ethnobotany.
- Scientific name: Rhamnus pentapomica
- Family: Rhamnaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it is further categorized under the family Rhamnaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Rhamnus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhamnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rhamnus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning parts of Western Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Within Western Asia, it can be found growing in the country of Afghanistan. Its distribution also extends into the Indian subcontinent, specifically within the territory of Pakistan. Additionally, the species is located throughout the West Himalaya region. These distinct areas define the natural habitat where the plant is known to thrive.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Rhamnus pentapomica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Heptasiloxane, Octasiloxane.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Heptasiloxane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Octasiloxane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rhamnus pentapomica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rhamnus pentapomica has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include free radicals, glioblastoma.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| free radicals | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glioblastoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |