Eremophila neglecta
Eremophila neglecta, commonly known as the Desert Sandbush, is a resilient shrub native to arid Australian landscapes. Renowned for its ability to thrive in harsh, dry conditions, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional practices for its unique phytochemical properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits in treating various ailments.
- Scientific name: Eremophila neglecta
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Lamiales and is a member of the family Scrophulariaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Eremophila, which includes the species Eremophila neglecta.
| 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, Eremophila neglecta, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the desert bushy daisy. Within its native Australian habitat, it is also identified by the local name desert daisy.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific and limited geographical range within the Australian continent. Its native distribution is primarily concentrated in the northern reaches of the country, specifically within the Northern Territory. In addition to its presence in the north, the species can also be found in the southern regions of Australia. Specifically, it inhabits parts of South Australia, showing a significant spread across different latitudes. Consequently, its habitat spans from the tropical north to the more temperate southern landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eremophila neglecta has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 8,19-dihydroxyserrulat-14-ene, 8-hydroxyserrulat-14-en-19-oic acid, 2,19-diacetoxy-8-hydroxyserrulat-14-ene, biflorin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 8,19-dihydroxyserrulat-14-ene | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8-hydroxyserrulat-14-en-19-oic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,19-diacetoxy-8-hydroxyserrulat-14-ene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| biflorin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eremophila neglecta has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-positive bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus pyogenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |