Acacia saligna
Acacia saligna, commonly known as the Saligna Wattle, is a versatile medicinal plant native to various arid regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and respiratory issues. Its resilient nature makes it a vital resource for holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Acacia saligna
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Fabales and categorized under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Acacia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Acacia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Acacia saligna, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of Southwestern Europe. It can be found growing within the Baleares islands as part of its Mediterranean range. Additionally, its presence extends to the island of Corse and the coastal areas of France. The species is also documented in the territory of Portugal. Finally, its distribution reaches the island of Sardegna, completing its documented footprint in these European locations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
Chemicals
Acacia saligna has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, antioxidants, polyphenols, procyanidins, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidants | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| unsaturated fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Acacia saligna has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, cough, diarrhea, headaches.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Colitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ulcerative Colitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headaches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| testosterone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |