Salix cinerea
Salix cinerea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Salix cinerea, scientifically known as Salix cinerea, is a resilient shrub frequently found in damp, marshy habitats. Often called Grey Willow, this medicinal plant has historically been utilized for its soothing properties. Its bark contains salicin, a precursor to salicylic acid, traditionally used to alleviate pain and inflammation.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Salix cinereaDistribution
This plant, known as Salix cinerea, exhibits a widespread presence across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally throughout the coastal and inland landscapes of Denmark. Its distribution also extends to the northern territories of Finland and Norway. Additionally, the species is well-established within the British Isles, specifically in Great Britain and Ireland. Together, these locations highlight its significant ecological footprint across the northern reaches of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salix cinerea has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Terpenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Terpenoids
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Activities
Salix cinerea has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| water extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |