Solanum lycopersicum
Solanum lycopersicum, commonly known as the tomato, is more than a culinary staple. Rich in lycopene, vitamins, and antioxidants, this medicinal powerhouse supports cardiovascular health and combats oxidative stress. Beyond nutrition, its bioactive compounds offer significant anti-inflammatory properties, making it a vital subject in functional medicine and wellness.
- Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Family: Solanaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 into the order Solanales and the family Solanaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Solanum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Solanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Solanum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found growing within the borders of Austria. It also occupies significant territories throughout the Czechia-Slovakia region. Finally, its geographical range extends further into Germany, completing its distribution across these central and northern areas.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Solanum lycopersicum has 139 reported phytochemicals identified across 206 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lycopene, flavonoids, jasmonic acid, salicylic acid, ABA.
- Total chemicals
- 139
- Scientific sources
- 206
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lycopene | 18 | ★★★★★ |
| flavonoids | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| jasmonic acid | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| salicylic acid | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| ABA | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| carotenoids | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| proline | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| abscisic acid | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| auxin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
Activities
Solanum lycopersicum has 15 reported activities identified across 24 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Anticancer, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 15
- Scientific sources
- 24
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimutagenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardioprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Solanum lycopersicum has 60 reported medicinal uses identified across 86 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, salt stress, drought, salinity stress, cold stress.
- Total uses
- 60
- Scientific sources
- 86
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| salt stress | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| drought | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| salinity stress | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| cold stress | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| heat stress | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| prostate cancer | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| chlorosis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| necrosis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |