Eremophila neglecta
Eremophila neglecta · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Eremophila neglecta, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to the arid regions of Australia. Often found in dry, sandy soils, this plant is valued in traditional practices for its unique phytochemical properties. It offers significant potential for pharmacological research into treating various inflammatory and systemic conditions.
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
- Native range
- Australasia
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Stenochilus Neglectus
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eremophila neglectaSynonyms
- Stenochilus neglectus
Sources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Eremophila |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| Australia | Northern Territory |
| Australia | South Australia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Eremophila neglecta has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 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.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 8,19-dihydroxyserrulat-14-ene | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8-hydroxyserrulat-14-en-19-oic acid | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,19-diacetoxy-8-hydroxyserrulat-14-ene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Biflorin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
8,19-dihydroxyserrulat-14-ene
- Journal of applied microbiology
- Journal of natural products
8-hydroxyserrulat-14-en-19-oic acid
- Journal of natural products
- Journal of applied microbiology
2,19-diacetoxy-8-hydroxyserrulat-14-ene
- Journal of natural products
Biflorin
- Journal of natural products
Conditions
Eremophila neglecta has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Gram-positive bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus pyogenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Gram-positive bacteria
- Journal of natural products
Staphylococcus aureus
- Journal of natural products
Streptococcus pyogenes
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Eremophila neglecta has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Et(2)O extract, crude extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Et(2)o extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Crude extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Et(2)o extract
- Journal of natural products
Crude extract
- Journal of natural products