Rubus corchorifolius
Rubus corchorifolius, commonly known as the Corchorifolium raspberry, is a versatile medicinal plant found in tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues. This plant offers significant pharmacological potential for developing natural therapeutic treatments worldwide.
- Scientific name: Rubus corchorifolius
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is identified under the genus Rubus as the species Rubus corchorifolius.
| 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 corchorifolius, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is known as 山莓 (zh, zh-cn, zh-hans), while in Taiwan, it is specifically called 變葉懸鉤子 (zh-tw). In Japan, the species is commonly referred to as ビロードイチゴ (ja).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 山莓 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 變葉懸鉤子 | Wikidata |
| ja | ビロードイチゴ | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 山莓 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 山莓 | Wikidata |
| zh | 刺葫芦 | Wikidata |
| zh | 山莓根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 四月泡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 山抛子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 树莓 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions within China. It can be found growing in the areas of China South-Central and China North-Central. Additionally, its presence extends to the northern territories of Inner Mongolia and Manchuria. The species also inhabits the tropical landscape of Hainan. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental range inhabited by Rubus corchorifolius.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Rubus corchorifoletis, exhibits various morphological features that are utilized in medicinal applications. The stem of the plant is typically woody and may feature specific textures or prickles characteristic of the genus. Its leaves are a primary focus of study, often characterized by their distinct shape and serrated margins, where a single leaf can reveal intricate venation patterns used for identification. During its reproductive phase, the plant produces a delicate flower, which serves as the site for pollination. Following fertilization, the plant develops fruits that often contain the bioactive compounds essential to its therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rubus corchorifolius has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chlorophyll, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chlorophyll | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |