Rhamnus purpurea
Rhamnus purpurea, commonly known as Purple Buckthorn, is a resilient deciduous shrub native to Europe. Renowned for its dark, glossy foliage and distinctive berries, it holds significant ethnobotanical value. Historically used in traditional medicine, its bioactive compounds offer potential therapeutic properties, making it a subject of botanical interest.
- Scientific name: Rhamnus purpurea
- Family: Rhamnaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it is a member of the Rhamnaceae family. It is further identified by its 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 distribution pattern across the vast landscape of the Indian Subcontinent. It is primarily found inhabiting the rugged terrains of the East Himalaya. Furthermore, its presence is well-documented throughout the diverse elevations of Nepal. The species also extends its range into the mountainous regions of Pakistan. Finally, it can be located within the distinct ecological zones of the West Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Rhamnus purpurea has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, glycosides, phenols, saponins, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rhamnus purpurea has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rhamnus purpurea has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, infectious diseases.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |