Salvia bucharica
Salvia bucharica, commonly known as Buchara sage, is a resilient perennial herb native to the arid regions of Central Asia. Renowned for its aromatic foliage and delicate blue flowers, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional practices for its potent antioxidant properties and its ability to support digestive health.
- Scientific name: Salvia bucharica
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and family Lamiaceae, it is classified under 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 widespread distribution across several key regions of Asia. In Central Asia, its presence is documented in Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Moving toward Western Asia, the species can also be found within the borders of Afghanistan. Additionally, its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically throughout Pakistan. Together, these locations highlight the diverse geographical footprint of Salvia bucharica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salvia bucharica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4,10-epoxy-6alpha-hydroxyguaiane, buchariol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4,10-epoxy-6alpha-hydroxyguaiane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| buchariol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |