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Tubocapsicum anomalum

Tubocapsicum anomalum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Tubocapsicum anomalum, scientifically known as Tubocapsicum anomalum, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific ecological niches, this species contains bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. Exploring its chemical profile offers promising insights into developing natural remedies for various health conditions.

Family
Solanaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Leaves · Aerial Parts
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Tubocapsicum Obtusum · Solanum Anodontum · 4 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Tubocapsicum anomalum

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Solanales. Finally, it is a member of the family Solanaceae and falls under the genus Tubocapsicum.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Solanales WCVP
Family Solanaceae WCVP
Genus Tubocapsicum WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of East Asia. Within China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range extends further into Eastern Asia, where it is native to both Japan and Korea. Additionally, the species is documented in the Nansei-shotō islands. These diverse locations highlight the plant's presence across a significant portion of the eastern coastline.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP
China China Southeast WCVP
Eastern Asia Japan WCVP
Eastern Asia Korea WCVP
Eastern Asia Nansei-shoto WCVP
Eastern Asia Taiwan WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Assam WCVP
Indo-China Thailand WCVP
Indo-China Vietnam WCVP
Malesia Borneo WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Tubocapsicum anomalum, possesses several distinct morphological features that contribute to its medicinal profile. The aerial parts of the species are most visible, encompassing the structural components that grow above the soil. These include the stems, which provide the necessary framework and support for the plant's development, and the leaves, which serve as the primary site for photosynthesis. Below the surface, the roots anchor the plant firmly into the substrate and facilitate the uptake of essential nutrients and water required for its growth.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaves Journal of natural products (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
aerial parts Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
root Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
stems Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Tubocapsicum anomalum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include TUBOCAPSANOLIDE A, Withanolides, TUBOCAPSENOLIDE A, withanolide.

Chemicals reported in Tubocapsicum anomalum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
TUBOCAPSANOLIDE A 3 supporting sources ★★☆☆☆
Withanolides 3 supporting sources ★★☆☆☆
TUBOCAPSENOLIDE A 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
withanolide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

TUBOCAPSANOLIDE A

  1. Bioorganic chemistry
  2. Molecular cancer therapeutics
  3. Ultrasonics sonochemistry

Withanolides

  1. Bioorganic chemistry
  2. Journal of natural products
  3. Ultrasonics sonochemistry

TUBOCAPSENOLIDE A

  1. Bioorganic chemistry
  2. Ultrasonics sonochemistry

withanolide

  1. Bioorganic chemistry

Medicinal Uses

Tubocapsicum anomalum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include triple-negative breast cancer.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
triple-negative breast cancer Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆