Rubus sieboldii
{{Short description|Species of flowering plant}}
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{{Speciesbox
|name = Molucca raspberry
|image = Rubus sieboldii - Miyajima Natural Botanical Garden - DSC02329.JPG
|genus = Rubus
|species = sieboldii
|authority = Blume{{cite POWO |title=Rubus sieboldii Blume |id=740350-1 |access-date=29 August 2024}}
|synonyms =
- Rubus abortivus Kuntze
- Rubus subramiflorus Kuntze
}}
Rubus sieboldii, the Molucca raspberry, is a flowering plant in the genus Rubus. The species is native to Japan, including the Ryukyu Islands. The shrubs prefer low wetland areas, with very good sun exposure, though the plants can tolerate moderate shade.
Uses
The plant's leaves stimulate blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus. They are also abortifacient and astringent, lending to their use to treat urinary tract infections. Molucca Raspberries are edible, and contain large amounts of antioxidant power.[http://www.news-medical.net/?id=28419] They are rich with bioactive phytochemicals, antioxidant compounds, and show stronger radical scavenging activities than blueberries.{{cite web|url=http://www.emaxhealth.com/74/14556.html|title=Australian native fruits bear sweet antioxidants – EmaxHealth|publisher=}}[http://www.news-medical.net/?id=28419 Medical Science News, accessed October 23, 2007].
References
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External links
- {{PFAF|Rubus sieboldii}}
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Category:Flora of the Ryukyu Islands