Rubus moluccanus
Molucca bramble
Rubus moluccanus, commonly known as the Moluccan raspberry, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its antioxidant-rich berries, this plant is traditionally used to support digestive health and reduce inflammation. Its bioactive compounds offer significant therapeutic potential in managing oxidative stress and promoting overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Rubus moluccanus
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific 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 |
Common Names
This plant, known by several different names depending on the region and language, is referred to as the Molucca bramble or the broad-leaf bramble in English. In Chinese, it is identified as 马六甲悬钩子, while in Indonesian, it is called Daun perengat. Additionally, in Assamese, the plant is commonly known as জেটুলি পকা.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| as | জেটুলি পকা | Wikidata |
| id | Daun perengat | Wikidata |
| zh | 马六甲悬钩子 | Wikidata |
| en | Molucca bramble | Wikidata |
| en | broad-leaf bramble | Wikidata |
| en | broad leaf bramble | Wikidata |
| en | broadleaf bramble | Wikidata |
| en | broad-leaved bramble | Wikidata |
| en | Molucca raspberry | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across various regions within the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural range includes the specific mountainous terrain of the East Himalaya and the West Himalaya. Furthermore, it can be found growing in the lush landscapes of Assam. The species also extends its reach to encompass much of India. Finally, its geographical distribution reaches as far south as Sri Lanka.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Rubus moluccanus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, terpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rubus moluccanus has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antihelminthic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihelminthic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rubus moluccanus has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include abdominal pain, dysentery, headache.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abdominal pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dysentery | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |