Rubus cuneifolius
Rubus cuneifolius · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Rubus cuneifolius, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Belonging to the Rosaceae family, this species is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to address specific health concerns, offering a natural approach to wellness through its unique bioactive compounds and phytochemical profile.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Rubus cuneifoliusDistribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions within the southern portion of the African continent. It can be found growing throughout the diverse landscapes of the Cape Provinces in Southern Africa. The species also inhabits the mountainous terrain of Lesotho. Additionally, its range extends into the subtropical areas of KwaZulu-Natal and the central plains of the Free State. Finally, the geographical presence of this medicinal plant includes the territory of Esswatini.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces |
| Southern Africa | Lesotho |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Southern Africa | Free State |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Connecticut |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New Hampshire |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New Jersey |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New York |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Rubus cuneifolius has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Anthocyanins, Ursolic acid, polyphenols, quercetin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthocyanins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anthocyanins
- International journal of biopharmaceutical sciences
Ursolic acid
- International journal of biopharmaceutical sciences
polyphenols
- International journal of biopharmaceutical sciences
quercetin
- International journal of biopharmaceutical sciences
Preparations
Rubus cuneifolius has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include total saponins.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Total saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Total saponins
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica