Ribes nigrum
Blackcurrant
Ribes nigrum, commonly known as blackcurrant, is a versatile deciduous shrub prized for its nutrient-dense berries. Rich in vitamins C and K, alongside powerful antioxidants like anthocyanins, it offers significant therapeutic benefits. Traditionally used to support immune function and eye health, this medicinal plant remains a nutritional powerhouse.
- Scientific name: Ribes nigrum
- Family: Grossulariaceae
- 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 Saxifragales, it is classified under the family Grossulariaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ribes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Grossulariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ribes | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ribes nigrum, is widely recognized across different linguistic regions by several common names. In Simplified Chinese, it is known as 黑加仑 (zh-hans) and 黑加仑 (zh-cn), as well as 黑加仑 (zh-sg) in Singapore. In Traditional Chinese contexts, such as in Taiwan, it is referred to as 黑加侖 (zh-hant), while in Hong Kong, the common name used is 黑加侖 (zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 黑加仑 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 黑加侖 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 黑加侖 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 黑加仑 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 黑加仑 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 黑加侖 | Wikidata |
| ky | Кара карагат | Wikidata |
| bo | སིལ་ཏོག་ཅིག་གི་མིང་། | Wikidata |
| eu | Andere-mahats beltz | Wikidata |
| pl | porzeczka czarna | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Ribes nigrum, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally throughout the territory of Denmark. The species is also widely distributed across the landscapes of Finland. Furthermore, its presence extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, the plant is commonly documented within the borders of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Ribes nigrum or blackcurrant, utilizes various components for its medicinal and biological functions. The leaves are often harvested for their antioxidant properties and can be used in infusions to support health. Additionally, the bud of the plant serves as a concentrated source of essential compounds, often utilized in traditional herbal practices to harness the plant's natural potency.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bud | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ribes nigrum has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 19 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthocyanins, anthocyanin, cyanidin-3-O-rutinoside, delphinidin-3-O-rutinoside, proanthocyanidin.
- Total chemicals
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 19
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthocyanins | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyanidin-3-O-rutinoside | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| delphinidin-3-O-rutinoside | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| proanthocyanidin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gamma linolenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoquercitrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ribes nigrum has 8 reported activities identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Anticancer, Antihypertensive, Antiproliferative, Antispasmodic.
- Total activities
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiodepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vasorelaxant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ribes nigrum has 13 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Liver cancer, allergic reactions, arterial blood pressure, arthritis, asthma.
- Total uses
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Liver cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| allergic reactions | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arterial blood pressure | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blood pressure | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| common cold | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| heart rate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypotension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |