Salvia dentata
Salvia dentata, commonly known as the toothed sage, is a resilient perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. Characterized by its distinctive serrated leaves and aromatic foliage, this plant is highly valued in traditional herbalism. It offers diverse therapeutic potential, particularly for its soothing properties and antioxidant-rich bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Salvia dentata
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized in the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, 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 is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of Southern Africa. Specifically, it has a significant presence throughout the various Cape Provinces. In addition to these areas, its natural range extends into the territory of Namibia. These specific regions define the core geographical distribution of the species. Consequently, its habitat is closely tied to these southern continental environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Namibia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salvia dentata has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bornyl acetate, camphene, camphor, monoterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bornyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salvia dentata has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus niger, Escherichia coli, H1N1 influenza virus, Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus flavus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aspergillus niger | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| H1N1 influenza virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |