Limoniastrum guyonianum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Limoniastrum guyonianum var. ouarglense
• Limoniastrum ouarglense

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Caryophyllales and the family Plumbaginaceae. Ultimately, the medicinal species is identified by the genus Limoniastrum as Limoniastrum guyonianum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Limoniastrum guyonianum, exhibits a specific geographical range across the North African region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Algeria, where it occupies certain ecological niches. Furthermore, the species can be found distributed throughout the territory of Libya. It also extends its reach into the landscapes of Tunisia. Finally, its distribution concludes in the eastern part of the continent within Egypt.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Limonia strum guyonianum is characterized by its status as a perennial species, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. As a long-lived organism, it undergoes a continuous cycle of vegetative growth and reproductive phases, ensuring its establishment within its specific ecological niche. This perennial nature enables the plant to develop robust structural components over time, providing it with the resilience necessary to endure seasonal fluctuations and contribute to the stability of its habitat.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Limoniastrum guyonianum is characterized by a woody growth form, manifesting as a self-supporting shrub. As an independent organism, it does not exhibit parasitic behavior, functioning autonomously within its ecosystem. While its ecological niche can vary across different moisture gradients, its primary growth habit is classified as terrestrial, though it possesses the capacity to inhabit semiaquatic or aquatic environments. The structural integrity of the plant is maintained by its woody tissue, which supports its shrubby stature without the need for climbing mechanisms.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Limoniastrum guyonianum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include MYRICETIN 3-O-GLUCOSIDE.

MYRICETIN 3-O-GLUCOSIDE

1. Food & function

Activities

Limoniastrum guyonianum has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Antioxidant

1. Food chemistry