Limonium algarvense
Limonium algarvense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Limonium algarvense, scientifically known as Limonium algarvense, is a rare, endemic shrublet native to the coastal regions of southern Portugal. Valued for its unique ecological significance, this resilient plant thrives in saline environments. While primarily studied for conservation, its specific phytochemical properties offer intriguing potential for medicinal research.
- Family
- Plumbaginaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Limonium algarvenseSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Plumbaginaceae and specifically assigned to the genus Limonium.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Plumbaginaceae |
| Genus | Limonium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific and limited geographical distribution across two distinct regions. It is primarily found within the southwestern part of Europe, specifically in Portugal. Additionally, its range extends southward into Northern Africa. Within this African territory, the species is located in Morocco. Consequently, the survival of this medicinal plant is tied to these particular coastal or Mediterranean climates.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Northern Africa | Morocco |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Limonium algarvense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include polyphenols.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| polyphenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
polyphenols
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Activities
Limonium algarvense has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Conditions
Limonium algarvense has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include antioxidant.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)