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Blackberry

Rubus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Blackberry, scientifically known as Rubus, is a versatile genus comprising various brambles prized for their medicinal and nutritional properties. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, these berries offer potent anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits. Historically used to treat digestive issues and skin ailments, Rubus remains a staple in holistic wellness.

Family
Rosaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Fruit
Common names
Blackberry · Blackberry · 3 more
Scientific synonyms
Oreobatus · Oligacis · 18 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Rubus

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Zarzamoras
  • Zarzas

German:

  • Brombeere
  • Brombeeren
  • Brombeeren

French:

  • Ronce
  • Ronces et framboisiers

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, 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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Rosales
Family Rosaceae
Genus Rubus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its presence extends to the island territories of Iceland and the Faroe Islands, known as Føroyar. Additionally, the species is documented throughout Great Britain. These locations highlight the plant's preference for northern European climates.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Svalbard
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Rubus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.

Plant parts reported in Rubus
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Fruit 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Fruit

  1. Foods (Basel, Switzerland)
  2. Frontiers in plant science

Chemicals

Rubus has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ANTHOCYANIN, Anthocyanins, Flavonoids, VITAMIN E, fructose.

Chemicals reported in Rubus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
ANTHOCYANIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anthocyanins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
VITAMIN E 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
fructose 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

ANTHOCYANIN

  1. Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Anthocyanins

  1. Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)

Flavonoids

  1. Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

VITAMIN E

  1. Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

fructose

  1. Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Rubus has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.

Activities reported in Rubus
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anticancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anticancer

  1. Natural product research

Conditions

Rubus has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancer, inflammation.

Conditions investigated for Rubus
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Inflammation 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cancer

  1. Natural product research

Inflammation

  1. Natural product research