Oaxaca Red Sage
Salvia adenophora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Oaxaca Red Sage, scientifically known as Salvia adenophora, is a perennial herb renowned for its potent therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various medicinal practices, this plant contains bioactive compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects. It serves as a vital natural resource for managing diverse health conditions globally.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Oaxaca Red Sage
- Scientific synonyms
- Salvia Cyclophylla
Names
Common Names
- Oaxaca Red Sage
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Mirto oaxaqueño
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Salvia adenophoraSynonyms
- Salvia cyclophylla
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 further organized into the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within 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, known as Salvia adenophora, exhibits a specific geographical range within North America. Its presence is documented in the southwestern region of Mexico. This particular area provides the environmental conditions necessary for its survival and growth. Understanding this localized distribution is essential for studying its ecological niche. Consequently, its habitat remains focused on these specific southwestern Mexican landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salvia adenophora has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 12-Oxo-phytodienoic acid, Clerodane Diterpenoids, Diterpene, Oxylipins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 12-Oxo-phytodienoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Clerodane Diterpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diterpene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oxylipins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
12-Oxo-phytodienoic acid
- Phytochemistry
Clerodane Diterpenoids
- Phytochemistry
Diterpene
- Phytochemistry
Oxylipins
- Phytochemistry
Medicinal Uses
Salvia adenophora has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus agalactiae.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Staphylococcus aureus | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus epidermidis | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus agalactiae | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |