Phagnalon sinaicum
Phagnalon sinaicum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Phagnalon sinaicum, is a remarkable medicinal plant celebrated for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it contains potent bioactive compounds that support immune function and promote overall wellness. This versatile botanical serves as a vital resource for natural health and holistic recovery.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Phagnalon sinaicumSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Phagnalon |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Palestine |
| Western Asia | Sinai |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Phagnalon sinaicum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Artemisia ketone, Santolina alcohol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Artemisia ketone | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Santolina alcohol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Artemisia ketone
- Natural product research
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Santolina alcohol
- Natural product research
Activities
Phagnalon sinaicum has 5 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antidiabetic, Antitumor, Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Natural product research
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Antioxidant
- Natural product research
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Antidiabetic
- Natural product research
Antitumor
- Natural product research
Cytotoxic
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Conditions
Phagnalon sinaicum has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Escherichia coli, antidiabetic, antioxidant.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Escherichia coli
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Antidiabetic
- Natural product research
Antioxidant
- Natural product research
Preparations
Phagnalon sinaicum has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include EO, essential oil.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Eo | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Essential oil | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Eo
- Natural product research
Essential oil
- Natural product research