Limonium tunetanum
Limonium tunetanum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Limonium tunetanum, scientifically known as Limonium tunetanum, is a resilient coastal plant found in Mediterranean habitats. Valued for its unique medicinal properties, it offers potential therapeutic benefits in traditional practices. This study explores its chemical composition and pharmacological significance, highlighting its importance in discovering new natural bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Plumbaginaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Statice Tunetana
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Limonium tunetanumSynonyms
- Statice tunetana
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Caryophyllales and the family Plumbaginaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Limonium, specifically as the species Limonium tunetanum.
| 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, known scientifically as Limonium tuneetanum, exhibits a specific range within the North African region. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated across the northern coast of the continent. Specifically, the species can be found growing in the territories of Algeria. Furthermore, its distribution extends eastward into the country of Libya. Finally, the plant is also documented as being present in Tunisia, completing its regional presence.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Libya |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Limonium tunetanum 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
- Chemistry & biodiversity