Phagnalon sinaicum
Phagnalon sinaicum, commonly known as the Golden Leaf Herb, is a remarkable medicinal plant revered in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its potent antioxidant properties, it is widely utilized to support immune function and reduce inflammation. This versatile botanical offers promising therapeutic potential for modern holistic wellness and natural recovery.
- Scientific name: Phagnalon sinaicum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Phagnalon sinaicum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is categorized under the genus Phagnalon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phagnalon | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Phyllanthus sinensis, is known by a variety of common names across different regions and languages. In English, it is frequently referred to as Chinese mulberry or simply by its scientific name in botanical contexts. In Chinese, it is commonly known as phyllanthus sinensis (Chinese name: phyllanthus sinensis). Additionally, in many local dialects throughout Southeast Asia, it may be referred to by various regional names that highlight its traditional medicinal properties.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the arid regions of Western Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. In Western Asia, its presence is documented in Palestine and throughout the Sinai Peninsula. Moving toward the Arabian Peninsula, the species is also found within the borders of Saudi Arabia. Additionally, its range extends further south into the territory of Yemen. Together, these locations define the primary natural habitats where this medicinal species can be located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Phyllanthus niruri (often referred to in botanical contexts related to Phyllanthus species), is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its aerial parts. These aerial parts, which include the stems, leaves, and reproductive structures located above the ground, contain the concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic effects. By harvesting the aerial parts, practitioners can access the essential phytochemicals used to treat various ailments, making this portion of the plant the most significant component for medicinal extraction.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Phagnalon sinaicum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include artemisia ketone, santolina alcohol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| artemisia ketone | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| santolina alcohol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Phagnalon sinaicum has 5 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antidiabetic, Antitumor, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phagnalon sinaicum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Escherichia coli, antidiabetic, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |