Rubus rosifolius
Rubus rosifolius, commonly known as the roseleaf raspberry, is a versatile perennial shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its edible, flavorful fruits, it holds significant medicinal value. Traditionally used to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and skin ailments, this plant offers a rich source of antioxidants and bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Rubus rosifolius
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is classified under 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 |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rubus rosifolius, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Chinese, it is referred to as 荼蘼 in Simplified Chinese (zh-hans), Traditional Chinese (zh-hant), and Cantonese (zh-hk), while in Vietnamese, it is called Đồ mi. Additionally, in Portuguese, it is commonly known as Amoram-vermelha.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 荼蘼 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 荼蘼 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 荼蘼 | Wikidata |
| pt | Amora-vermelha | Wikidata |
| vi | Đồ mi | Wikidata |
| zh | 空心泡 | Wikidata |
| ru | Малина розолистная | Wikidata |
| bg | розолистна малина | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 刺莓 | Wikidata |
| mg | Voarohitsaka | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across several key regions within the African continent. In West-Central Tropical Africa, its range extends through Cameroon and the islands of the Gulf of Guinea. It is also documented within the borders of Rwanda in the same central region. Moving toward the northeast, the species can be found growing in Ethiopia. Finally, its distribution reaches into East Tropical Africa, specifically within Tanzania.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as the raspberry, utilizes various components for its medicinal and nutritional properties. The stems are often characterized by the presence of small prickles, while the central stem provides the necessary structural support for the climbing or arching growth habit. The leaves are typically trifoliate or odd-pinnate and are frequently used in herbal preparations such as teas due to their astringent qualities. Finally, the aggregate fruits are the most well-known part of the plant, offering a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rubus rosifolius has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antihypertensive, Antimicrobial, Genotoxic, Mutagenic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mutagenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rubus rosifolius has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antihypertensive, gastrointestinal diseases.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |