Egyptian Toadflax
Kickxia aegyptiaca · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Egyptian Toadflax, scientifically known as Kickxia aegyptiaca, is a delicate annual herb belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. Often found in sandy, disturbed soils, this charming plant features small, vibrant flowers. While primarily noted for its botanical interest, it holds potential significance in traditional herbal practices and ecological studies.
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Aerial Parts
- Common names
- Egyptian Toadflax
- Scientific synonyms
- Elatinoides Aegyptiaca · Tursitis Egyptiaca · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- Egyptian Toadflax
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kickxia aegyptiacaSynonyms
- Elatinoides aegyptiaca
- Tursitis egyptiaca
- Antirrhinum aegyptiacum
- Linaria aegyptiaca
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Lamiales and placed in the family Plantaginaeceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Kickxia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Kickxia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is native to several specific regions located within Northern Africa. Its geographical range spans across the country of Algeria, where it can be found growing naturally. It is also documented to inhabit parts of Libya and Egypt within the same continental area. Furthermore, the distribution extends westward to include the territory of Morocco. Finally, the species is also present in the North African nation of Tunisia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Western Sahara | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Kickxia aegypthiaca, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties through the use of its aerial parts. These above-ground structures include the slender, prostrate stems, small leaves, and the characteristic delicate flowers that define its appearance. When preparing decoctions or extracts, it is these aerial parts that are harvested to capture the active compounds concentrated within the foliage and flowering stems.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Kickxia aegyptiaca has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aromadendrene oxide, Caryophyllene oxide, Gardenin B, Hexahydrofarnesyl acetone, Hispidulin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aromadendrene oxide | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caryophyllene oxide | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gardenin B | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hexahydrofarnesyl acetone | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hispidulin | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Humulene epoxide | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pectolinarigenin | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| TAXIFOLIN | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tangeretin | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ar-Turmerone | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Kickxia aegyptiaca has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Kickxia aegyptiaca has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include SARS-CoV-2.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| SARS-CoV-2 | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil (EO) | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |