Salvia abrotanoides
Salvia abrotanoides, commonly known as the Abrunoides Sage, is a distinctive medicinal plant recognized for its unique aromatic properties. Native to specific subtropical regions, it has been traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to support digestive health and alleviate inflammatory conditions, offering a potent natural resource for holistic wellness practices.
- Scientific name: Salvia abrotanoides
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Salvia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Salvia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range that spans across both Middle Europe and Central Asia. In the European region, its presence is documented within the borders of Austria, Germany, and Hungary. Moving eastward, the species can also be found across the landscapes of Central Asia. Specifically, it inhabits parts of Kazakhstan and Kirgizstan within this vast territory. Consequently, its distribution reflects a diverse habitat stretching from the heart of Europe to the mountains of Central Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salvia abrotanoides has 15 reported phytochemicals identified across 23 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include rosmarinic acid, 1,8-cineol, borneol, caffeic acid, camphor.
- Total chemicals
- 15
- Scientific sources
- 23
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rosmarinic acid | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-cineol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| borneol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cryptotanshinone | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bornyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carnosic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carnosic acid quinone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Salvia abrotanoides has 6 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Antimicrobial, Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Disinfectant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salvia abrotanoides has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Candida, T-cell leukemia, Trichomonas, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Candida | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| T-cell leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trichomonas | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atherosclerosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |