Salvia glutinosa
Salvia glutinosa, commonly known as Sticky Sage, is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. Characterized by its glandular, resinous leaves and vibrant blue flowers, this species is valued in traditional herbalism. Its unique sticky texture and bioactive compounds offer significant potential for various medicinal and therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Salvia glutinosa
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
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, its taxonomic identity is defined by 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 distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be identified within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it is commonly found in the landscapes of Austria and Germany. The species also extends its range through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Finally, its geographical reach continues further south into Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salvia glutinosa has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Rosmarinic acid, anthocyanin, flavonoids, hydroxycinnamic acids, phenolic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthocyanin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroxycinnamic acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Salvia glutinosa has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antiasthmatic, Antioxidant, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiasthmatic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salvia glutinosa has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, hypoglycemic.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |