Salix tetrasperma
Salix tetrasperma, commonly known as the four-seeded willow, is a specialized medicinal plant native to specific wetland habitats. Renowned for its unique botanical characteristics, it contains bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic properties. Exploring its phytochemical profile offers valuable insights into traditional herbal remedies and modern pharmacological advancements in plant medicine.
- Scientific name: Salix tetrasperma
- Family: Salicaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Salicaeceae within the genus Salix.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Salicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Salix | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range spanning across multiple distinct regions. In Northern Africa, its presence is specifically documented within Egypt. Moving to Asia, it is widely distributed throughout various parts of China. Its Chinese habitat includes the North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast territories. Additionally, the species can be found growing on the island of Hainan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salix tetrasperma has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include uridine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| uridine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salix tetrasperma has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Parkinson's disease, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Parkinson's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |