Solanum pseudocapsicum
Solanum pseudocapsicum, commonly known as the Brazilian Nightshade, is a versatile medicinal plant belonging to the Solanaceae family. Renowned for its bright orange berries, it is traditionally used in folk medicine to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering significant pharmacological potential through its diverse bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Solanum pseudocapsicum
- Family: Solanaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Solanales and the family Solanaceae. Finally, the species is categorized under the 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 |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Solanum pseudocapsicum, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is called 珊瑚樱 (zh-hans), 珊瑚櫻 (zh-hant), or 珊瑚櫻 (zh-hk). In Israel, it is known as Jerúsalemskirsuber (is), while in Poland, it is commonly called Psianka koralowa (pl).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 珊瑚樱 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 珊瑚櫻 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 珊瑚櫻 | Wikidata |
| is | Jerúsalemskirsuber | Wikidata |
| pl | Psianka koralowa | Wikidata |
| ru | Паслён ложноперечный | Wikidata |
| de | Korallenstrauch | Wikidata |
| ja | タマサンゴ | Wikidata |
| az | Yalançı quşüzümü | Wikidata |
| lt | Koralinė kiauliauogė | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across various regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it is found across Germany as well as the Czechia-Slovakia region. The species also extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically throughout France. Finally, its geographical range reaches further south to include Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Azores | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Solanum pseudocapsicum, contains various therapeutic components located within its underground structures. The roots serve as a vital part of the organism's biological system, housing specific alkaloids and bioactive compounds used in traditional medicinal practices. Furthermore, the root bark is a particularly significant part of the plant, as it is often harvested for its concentrated chemical properties which are utilized in the preparation of various herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Solanum pseudocapsicum has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 15-methylhexadecanoic acid, 2-methoxy-3-isopropylpyrazine, aldehydes, beta-elemene, delta-elemene.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 15-methylhexadecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-methoxy-3-isopropylpyrazine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aldehydes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-elemene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| delta-elemene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexadecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Solanum pseudocapsicum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Helicobacter pylori.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Helicobacter pylori | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |