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Euphorbia obovata

Euphorbia obovata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Euphorbia obovata, is a resilient succulent native to arid regions. Characterized by its fleshy, obovate leaves and unique milky latex, this medicinal plant is traditionally valued in various cultures. It holds significant potential in ethnobotany, offering intriguing properties for pharmacological research and traditional healing practices.

Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Euphorbia obovata

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae, falling under the genus Euphorbia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Malpighiales
Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Euphorbia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a highly localized geographical distribution within the Middle East. It is specifically documented to occur in the Western Asia region. Within this territory, its presence is restricted to the Sinai Peninsula. This narrow range suggests that the species is adapted to the specific environmental conditions of this area. Consequently, the plant remains a specialized component of the Sinai landscape.

Region Area
Western Asia Sinai

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Euphorbia obovata has 1 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Euphorbia obovata
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 3 supporting sources ★★☆☆☆

Root

  1. Journal of natural products
  2. Journal of natural medicines
  3. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Chemicals

Euphorbia obovata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Tumor Promoters.

Chemicals reported in Euphorbia obovata
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Tumor Promoters 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Tumor Promoters

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Euphorbia obovata has 1 reported preparations identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.

Preparations reported for Euphorbia obovata
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Roots 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Roots

  1. Journal of natural products
  2. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)