Salvia connivens
Salvia connivens, commonly known as a species of sage, is a fascinating medicinal plant valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, it possesses diverse bioactive compounds. Traditionally, it has been utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments, showcasing its significant potential in ethnopharmacology.
- Scientific name: Salvia connivens
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Northern America
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 Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is specifically identified as a member of 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 connivens, exhibits a specific range within the country of Mexico. Its presence is documented across several distinct regions, including the central part of the nation. Furthermore, the species can be found extending into the northeast territories of Mexico. It also maintains a distribution that reaches into the southwest areas of the country. Consequently, its geographical footprint is primarily concentrated within these three diverse Mexican zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salvia connivens has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Eupatorin, oleanolic acid, ursolic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Eupatorin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ursolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salvia connivens has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, cancer, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |