Solanum jabrense
Solanum jabrense, commonly known as a medicinal shrub within the Solanaceae family, holds significant botanical interest. Found in specific tropical regions, this plant is valued for its bioactive compounds. Researchers study its unique chemical properties to explore potential therapeutic applications in traditional medicine and modern pharmacological development.
- Scientific name: Solanum jabrense
- Family: Solanaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Solanales, and the family Solanaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Solanum as Solanum jabrense.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Solanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Solanum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Solanum jabrense, is recognized by several different common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is referred to as the jabrens nightshade, while in Spanish, it is known as la nightshade de jabrens. Additionally, in Portuguese, the plant is called a nightshade de jabrens.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is specifically found within a limited geographic range. Its distribution is concentrated in the country of Brazil. More precisely, it inhabits the northeastern region of this South American nation. Because of this localized presence, the species is characteristic of that particular territory. Consequently, the environmental conditions of Northeast Brazil are essential for its natural habitat.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Solanum jabrense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include solasodine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| solasodine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |