Ribes rubrum
Redcurrant
Ribes rubrum, commonly known as the red currant, is a versatile medicinal shrub valued for its potent nutritional profile. Rich in vitamins C and K, along with powerful antioxidants, it supports immune function and reduces inflammation. Traditionally used to treat fevers and digestive issues, it remains a functional superfood.
- Scientific name: Ribes rubrum
- 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, it is categorized under 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 rubrum, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Polish, it is referred to as Ua spineła, while in Chinese, it is identified as 红加仑 (zh-hans), 紅加侖 (zh-hant), 紅加侖 (zh-hk), and 红加仑 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| vec | Ua spineła | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 红加仑 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 紅加侖 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 紅加侖 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 红加仑 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 红加仑 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 紅加侖 | Wikidata |
| pl | porzeczka zwyczajna | Wikidata |
| eu | Andere-mahats | Wikidata |
| udm | Горд сутэр | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Ribes rubrum, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. Its presence can be documented within the borders of Denmark and Finland. Additionally, it is found throughout the various territories of Great Britain. The species also extends its reach to the island of Iceland. Finally, its geographical range includes the country of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as the red currant, is valued for its edible and medicinal properties which are primarily found in its fruit. The most notable parts used are the small, translucent red currants that grow in drooping clusters. These tart berries are highly nutritious, containing significant amounts of vitamin C and antioxidants that contribute to their therapeutic benefits in supporting the immune system and overall health.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| red currants | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Berries | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ribes rubrum has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin, amines, ascorbic acid, cyanidin-3-O-glucoside, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amines | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyanidin-3-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tocopherols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ribes rubrum has 8 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antifungal, Antiplatelet.
- Total activities
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplatelet | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antithrombotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Spasmolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ribes rubrum has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diabetic complications, dyslipidemia, gastrointestinal disorders, hyperglycemia, inflammation.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diabetic complications | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dyslipidemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperglycemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| platelet activation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| type 2 diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |