Rubus chamaemorus
Cloudberry
Rubus chamaemorus, commonly known as cloudberry, is a resilient arctic plant prized for its golden, tart berries. Rich in vitamins C and E, these berries offer potent antioxidant properties. Traditionally used in northern cultures, cloudberries serve as a valuable medicinal resource for supporting immune health and reducing inflammation.
- Scientific name: Rubus chamaemorus
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Rubus chamaemorus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Rosales. Finally, it is a member of the Rosaceae family and falls under the genus Rubus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rubus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rubus chamaemorus, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In simplified Chinese, it is known as 兴安悬钩子 (zh-hans) or 兴安悬钩子 (zh-cn), while in traditional Chinese contexts such as in Hong Kong, it is called 雲莓 (zh-hk). Other regional variations include the traditional Chinese name 雲莓 (zh-hant) and the simplified version 云莓 (zh-sg) used in Singapore.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 兴安悬钩子 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 雲莓 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 雲莓 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 兴安悬钩子 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 云莓 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 雲莓 | Wikidata |
| pl | Malina moroszka | Wikidata |
| ik | Aqpik | Wikidata |
| fr | plaquebière | Wikidata |
| be | Марошка | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as the cloudberry, is found across several specific regions in Northern Europe. Its distribution includes the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. It is also widely documented throughout the landscapes of Finland. Furthermore, the species can be located within the territories of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its range extends northward into the rugged terrains 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 | Svalbard | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as cloudberry, is highly valued for its nutritional and therapeutic properties, which are primarily concentrated in its fruits. These ripe, amber-colored berries are rich in essential vitamins, particularly Vitamin C, and various antioxidants that contribute to their medicinal efficacy. In traditional herbal medicine, the juices and extracts derived from these fruits are often used to support the immune system and promote overall wellness.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rubus chamaemorus has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mg.
- Total chemicals
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cd | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cr | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fe | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mg | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mn | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Zn | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carotenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ellagitannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rubus chamaemorus has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rubus chamaemorus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, common cold.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| common cold | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |