Solanum betaceum
Solanum betaceum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (277 studies) · ★★★★★
Solanum betaceum, scientifically known as Solanum betaceum, is a tropical shrub prized for its vibrant, nutrient-dense fruit, commonly called tamarillo. Renowned for its unique tangy flavor, this medicinal plant offers significant antioxidant properties, supporting immune health and digestive wellness through its rich concentration of essential vitamins and minerals.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Solanum betaceumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its range includes the territory of Great Britain. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species can be found within the Netherlands. Its distribution extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically spanning the countries of Portugal and Spain. Finally, the plant is also established in Southeastern Europe within Italy.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
Chemicals
Solanum betaceum has 23 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Anthocyanins, Ash, CALCIUM, FAT, IRON.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthocyanins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ash | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lutein | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Malvidin 3-diglucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Nitrogen | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PHOSPHORUS | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STARCH | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anthocyanins
- Dr. Duke
Ash
- Dr. Duke
CALCIUM
- Dr. Duke
FAT
- Dr. Duke
IRON
- Dr. Duke
Lutein
- Dr. Duke
Malvidin 3-diglucoside
- Dr. Duke
Nitrogen
- Dr. Duke
PHOSPHORUS
- Dr. Duke
STARCH
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Solanum betaceum has 254 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Absorbent, Acidulant, Aggregant, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Absorbent | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aggregant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Androgenic? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angiotensin-Receptor-Blocker | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiAGE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCFS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |