Coleus arabicus
Coleus arabicus, commonly known as a versatile medicinal herb, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile offers significant pharmacological benefits, making it a subject of growing interest in herbal studies.
- Scientific name: Coleus arabicus
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Coleus. This taxonomic lineage identifies Coleus arabicus as a member of a diverse group of flowering plants.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Coleus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Coleus arabicus, is referred to by several common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is known as 阿拉伯鞘蕊花, a name that is consistently used across different regional variations including zh-cn (阿拉伯鞘蕊花) and zh-tw (阿拉伯鞘蕊花).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 阿拉伯鞘蕊花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 阿拉伯鞘蕊花 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 阿拉伯鞘蕊花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the unique landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula. Its natural range is specifically concentrated in the territories of Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the species can be located within the borders of Yemen. These two countries represent its primary geographical distribution in the region. Consequently, its occurrence is closely tied to the specific environmental conditions of these Arabian nations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Activities
Coleus arabicus has 4 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |