Euphorbia paralias
Euphorbia paralias, commonly known as a coastal spurge, is a resilient succulent found in saline environments. Renowned for its unique adaptations to sandy terrains, this medicinal plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Researchers study its bioactive compounds, exploring potential therapeutic applications in treating skin conditions and inflammatory ailments through traditional medicine.
- Scientific name: Euphorbia paralias
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclassification in Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Euphorbia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Euphorbia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across various regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in both Great Britain and Ireland. Its presence extends into Middle Europe, where it is documented in Belgium. Additionally, the species is located within the territories of Germany and the Czechia-Slovakia region. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to inhabit different European landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
Chemicals
Euphorbia paralias has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Tannins, flavonoids, quercetin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Euphorbia paralias has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Purgative.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Purgative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Euphorbia paralias has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include edema.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |