Rubus chingii suavissimus
Rubus chingii var. suavissimus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Rubus chingii suavissimus, scientifically known as Rubus chingii var. suavissimus, is a highly valued medicinal shrub native to China. Renowned in traditional medicine, it is primarily utilized for its potent antioxidant properties. Often consumed as a tea, it helps manage blood sugar levels and promotes overall cardiovascular health.
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Rubus Suavissimus
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Rubus chingii var. suavissimusSynonyms
- Rubus suavissimus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 Rosaceae. Finally, it is placed within the genus Rubus under the specific variety suavissimus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rubus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific regional boundaries of China. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the Southeast portion of the country. This localized distribution suggests that the species thrives under the particular climatic conditions of this area. Because it is indigenous to China Southeast, researchers often look to these specific provinces for wild harvesting. Consequently, the geographical range of Rubus chingii var. suavissimus remains relatively restricted to these southeastern territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Rubus chingii var. suavissimus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Rubusoside, polyphenols.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rubusoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rubusoside
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
polyphenols
- Hereditas
Conditions
Rubus chingii var. suavissimus has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include hyperlipidemia, lipid metabolism disorder.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hyperlipidemia | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lipid metabolism disorder | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hyperlipidemia
- Journal of natural medicines
Lipid metabolism disorder
- Journal of natural medicines
Preparations
Rubus chingii var. suavissimus has 3 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include beverage, folk medicine, water extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Beverage | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Folk medicine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Water extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Beverage
- Journal of natural medicines
Folk medicine
- Journal of natural medicines
Water extract
- Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin