Alangium salviifolium
Sage-leaved alangium
Alium salviifolium, commonly known as sage-scented garlic, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its aromatic properties. Characterized by its unique leaf structure, it offers potent antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits. Traditionally used in herbal remedies, this plant serves as a vital resource in holistic wellness and natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Alangium salviifolium
- Family: Cornaceae
- Native range: Africa
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 under the order Cornales and the family Cornaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Alangium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cornales | WCVP |
| Family | Cornaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Alangium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Alangium salviifolium, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Chinese, it is known as 土壇樹 (tǔ tán shù), while in Marathi, it is referred to as अंकुल (ankul). Its Arabic name is علنج قصعيني الأوراق (alanj qas'ayni al-awraq), and in Tamil, it is called அழிஞ்சில் (aḻiñcil). Additionally, in Kannada, the plant is commonly known as ಅಂಕೋಲೆ (aṅkōle).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 土壇樹 | Wikidata |
| mr | अंकुल | Wikidata |
| ar | علنج قصعيني الأوراق | Wikidata |
| ta | அழிஞ்சில் | Wikidata |
| kn | ಅಂಕೋಲೆ | Wikidata |
| hi | अकोल | Wikidata |
| bn | আকরকাঁটা | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 土壇樹 | Wikidata |
| tcy | ಆಂಕೋಲೆದ ಮರ | Wikidata |
| ml | അങ്കോലം | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning multiple continents and regions. In East Tropical Africa, it can be found growing in both Kenya and Tanzania. Its presence extends into the Western Indian Ocean, specifically within the Comoros islands. Furthermore, the species is well-established across the Indian Subcontinent. Within this area, it is documented to grow in both Bangladesh and India.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Comoros | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as sage, utilizes several distinct components for its medicinal applications. The aromatic leaves are the most frequently harvested part, prized for their essential oils and therapeutic properties. During its blooming season, the plant produces delicate flowers that contribute to its overall botanical profile. Additionally, the dried fruits, which are small nutlets, can also be utilized in various traditional preparations.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| dried fruits | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Alangium salviifolium has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria, cancer.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-negative bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |