Eremophila alternifolia
Narrow-leaved poverty bush
Eremophila alternifolia, commonly known as the desert bush or alternative-leaved eremophil, is a resilient shrub native to arid Australian landscapes. Valued in traditional medicine, its unique leaves possess significant bioactive properties. This hardy species serves as a vital botanical resource, offering potential therapeutic benefits through its diverse phytochemical composition.
- Scientific name: Eremophila alternifolia
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically within the family Scrophulariaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Eremophila, with the species name alternifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eremophila | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the English common name narrow-leaved poverty bush, is scientifically classified as Eremophila alternifolia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | narrow-leaved poverty bush | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to various regions across the Australian continent. It can be found growing within the state of New South Wales. Its distribution also extends into the Northern Territory. Additionally, the species is present in South Australia. Finally, it is documented to occur in Western Australia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Eremophila alternifolia, is primarily recognized for the therapeutic properties found within its foliage. The medicinal utility of the species is often derived from its leaves, which are typically harvested in their fresh leaves state to preserve their potent bioactive compounds. These leaves serve as the central component in various traditional applications, where their chemical constituents are most concentrated.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fresh leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Eremophila alternifolia has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 8,19-dihydroxyserrulat-14-ene, 8-hydroxyserrulat-14-en-19-oic acid, pinobanksin, pinobanksin-3-acetate.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 8,19-dihydroxyserrulat-14-ene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8-hydroxyserrulat-14-en-19-oic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pinobanksin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pinobanksin-3-acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Eremophila alternifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eremophila alternifolia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include bacteria.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |