Salvia multicaulis
Salvia multicaulis, commonly known as multiple-stemmed sage, is a versatile perennial herb prized for its aromatic qualities. Native to specific temperate regions, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional practices for its calming properties and ability to support digestive health, offering a natural remedy within the expansive Salvia genus.
- Scientific name: Salvia multicaulis
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Lamiaceae and is identified 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Salvia multicaulis, is known by various names depending on the language and region. In Arabic, it is referred to as قصعين متعدد السوق, while in Persian, it is commonly called مریمگل리 پرساقه. Additionally, in Hebrew, the plant is identified as מרווה רחבת-גביע.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | قصعين متعدد السوق | Wikidata |
| fa | مریمگلی پرساقه | Wikidata |
| he | מרווה רחבת-גביע | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated throughout the Western Asian region. It can be found growing within the borders of Iran, spanning across various local habitats. The species is also documented to inhabit parts of Iraq, extending its presence into the Levant. Furthermore, its range includes the territories of Lebanon-Syria and Palestine. Finally, the distribution reaches into the Sinai Peninsula, completing its regional footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Salvia multicollis, utilizes its various components for survival and medicinal potential, with particular interest often placed on its underground structures. The roots of the species serve as the essential foundation, anchoring the plant firmly into the soil and facilitating the absorption of water and vital nutrients necessary for its growth. In many medicinal studies of the Salvia genus, the chemical compounds found within these root systems are of significant interest due to their bioactive properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Salvia multicaulis has 22 reported phytochemicals identified across 23 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, 1-oxoferruginol, 18-oxoferruginol, alpha-amyrin, betulinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 22
- Scientific sources
- 23
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-oxoferruginol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 18-oxoferruginol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-amyrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hinokione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| horminone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Salvia multicaulis has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salvia multicaulis has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, Candida albicans, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, atherosclerosis.
- Total uses
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atherosclerosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pneumonia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |