Salvadora oleoides
Salvadora oleoides · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (21 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Salvadora oleoides, scientifically known as Salvadora oleoides, is a resilient, deciduous shrub native to the arid regions of India and Pakistan. Often called the "Desert Toothbrush," this medicinal plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, particularly in treating oral and digestive ailments.
- Family
- Salvadoraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Fruit · Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Salvadora Stocksii
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Salvadora oleiodes
French:
- Salvadora oleiodes
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Salvadora oleoidesSynonyms
- Salvadora stocksii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Brassicales and the family Salvadoraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Salvadora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Brassicales | WCVP |
| Family | Salvadoraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Salvadora | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Salvadora oleoides, exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions. In Western Asia, it can be found growing within the country of Iran. Its range extends into the Arabian Peninsula, specifically inhabiting parts of Yemen. Within the Indian Subcontinent, the species is widely distributed throughout India. Additionally, the plant is well-established in the neighboring territory of Pakistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Salvadora oleoides, possesses distinct morphological characteristics across its various organs. The stem is typically woody and branched, providing a sturdy structural framework for the shrub or small tree. The leaves are simple, often arranged in an opposite pattern, and serve as the primary site for photosynthesis. Additionally, the plant produces a fruit that is often utilized in traditional medicinal practices, contributing to the overall therapeutic profile of the species.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| fruit | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | SpringerPlus (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | SpringerPlus (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Salvadora oleoides has 14 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Antioxidants, Ash, Calcium (Ca), Carotenoid, Carotenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidants | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ash | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carotenoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carotenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Copper (Cu) | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Iron (Fe) | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidants
- BioMed research international
Ash
- BioMed research international
Calcium (Ca)
- BioMed research international
Carotenoid
- BioMed research international
Carotenoids
- BioMed research international
Copper (Cu)
- BioMed research international
Coumarins
- BioMed research international
Flavonoids
- BioMed research international
Iron (Fe)
- BioMed research international
Tannins
- BioMed research international
Medicinal Uses
Salvadora oleoides has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include coronary heart diseases, hyperlipidemia, toothache.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| coronary heart diseases | Pharmacognosy magazine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperlipidemia | Pharmacognosy magazine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| toothache | International dental journal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |