Salix triandra
Salix triandra, commonly known as the Almond-leaved Willow, is a versatile deciduous shrub native to various temperate regions. Renowned for its distinctive lanceolate leaves, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Historically, its bark has been utilized in traditional medicine for its natural salicin content, providing potent anti-inflammatory properties.
- Scientific name: Salix triandra
- Family: Salicaceae
- Native range: Europe
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, falling within the family Salicaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by 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, known as Salix triandra, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the natural landscapes of Finland. Additionally, its presence extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. The species is also documented throughout the territories of Norway. Finally, its geographical range includes the country of Sweden.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salix triandra has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include dihydromyricetin, isograndidentatin B, picein, salicin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| dihydromyricetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isograndidentatin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| picein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salicin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salix triandra has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pain.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |