Rubus idaeus
Rubus idaeus, commonly known as the red raspberry, is a versatile deciduous shrub celebrated for its nutrient-dense fruit. Beyond its culinary appeal, this plant holds significant medicinal value. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and polyphenols, it is traditionally used to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Rubus idaeus
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Rubus idaeus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is situated within 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 |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark. The species is also well-established throughout the territory of Finland. Furthermore, its presence extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, this medicinal plant is also documented in the unique environment of Iceland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Rubus idaeus has 44 reported phytochemicals identified across 54 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ellagic acid, anthocyanins, flavonoids, gallic acid, polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 44
- Scientific sources
- 54
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ellagic acid | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanins | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sanguiin H-6 | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cd | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cr | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rubus idaeus has 5 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Antispasmodic, Cytotoxic, Diuretic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rubus idaeus has 14 reported medicinal uses identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include common cold, kidney stones, Cervical cancer, Corynebacterium diphtheriae, Helicobacter pylori.
- Total uses
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| common cold | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kidney stones | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cervical cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Corynebacterium diphtheriae | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Helicobacter pylori | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Moraxella catarrhalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cervical ripening | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |