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. suavissimus

Synonyms

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.

Chemicals reported in Rubus chingii var. suavissimus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Rubusoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
polyphenols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Rubusoside

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

polyphenols

  1. 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.

Conditions investigated for Rubus chingii var. suavissimus
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Hyperlipidemia 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Lipid metabolism disorder 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Hyperlipidemia

  1. Journal of natural medicines

Lipid metabolism disorder

  1. 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.

Preparations reported for Rubus chingii var. suavissimus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Beverage 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Folk medicine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Water extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Beverage

  1. Journal of natural medicines

Folk medicine

  1. Journal of natural medicines

Water extract

  1. Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin