emubush
Eremophila longifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Emubush, scientifically known as Eremophila longifolia, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to the arid regions of Australia. Renowned for its profound healing properties, this plant is traditionally used to treat various ailments, ranging from skin irritations to digestive issues, offering a natural remedy deeply rooted in indigenous knowledge.
Names
Common Names
- emubush
- longleaf emubush
- Berrigan
- Weeping Emubush
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eremophila longifoliaSynonyms
- Pholidia longifolia
- Eremophila salicina
- Bondtia graciliflora
- Bondtia longifolia
- Eremophila graciliflora
- Stenochilus longifolius
- Stenochilus salicinus
- Stenochilus pubiflorus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Scrophulariaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Eremophila and the specific species Eremophila longifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eremophila | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across the diverse landscapes of Australia. It can be found growing throughout the state of New South Wales. Its range also extends northward into the Northern Territory. Additionally, the species is documented within the borders of Queensland. Finally, its presence is noted in both South Australia and Victoria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
| Australia | Victoria | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Eremophila longifolia, is characterized by its distinct morphology, where the leaves serve as a primary feature. These leaves are typically long, narrow, and linear in shape, often appearing in dense arrangements along the stems. In medicinal applications, the leaves are frequently the most significant part of the plant used for their bioactive properties, often being processed to extract the compounds necessary for traditional healing practices.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Eremophila longifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Geniposidic acid, Neryl ferulate, Neryl p-coumarate.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Geniposidic acid | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neryl ferulate | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neryl p-coumarate | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Eremophila longifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eremophila longifolia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include headache.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| headache | European journal of pharmaceutical sciences : official journal of the European Federation for Pharmaceutical Sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| extracts | European journal of pharmaceutical sciences : official journal of the European Federation for Pharmaceutical Sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lipophilic extraction into animal fats | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| smoking applications | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |