Salvia limbata
Salvia limbata, commonly known as the limbata sage, is a resilient medicinal herb native to Southern Africa. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally used to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to skin inflammation. Its unique chemical profile makes it a subject of significant ethnobotanical interest.
- Scientific name: Salvia limbata
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Salvia limbata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is categorized 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 |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Salvia limbata, is referred to by its common name in different languages; for instance, in Russian, it is called Шалфей окаймлённый.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Шалфей окаймлённый | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Salvia limbata, exhibits a specific range across several key regions. Its primary geographical distribution can be found within the Caucasus, specifically located in the Transcaucasus area. Furthermore, the species is widely documented across parts of Western Asia. Within this region, it is notably present in the country of Iran. Additionally, its habitat extends into Türkiye, marking another significant part of its natural range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Salvia limbata, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its various vegetative and reproductive structures. The medicinal properties are often concentrated in the aerial parts, which include the stems and leaves, providing a rich source of bioactive compounds. Additionally, the flowered aerial parts are frequently harvested, as the presence of blooms can signify specific stages of chemical potency and contribute to the overall therapeutic profile of the plant.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowered aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Salvia limbata has 20 reported phytochemicals identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include APX, CAT, Co, GR, H2O2.
- Total chemicals
- 20
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| APX | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAT | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Co | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GR | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| H2O2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MDA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mg | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mo | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| P | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SOD | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |