Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia
Salvia officinalis lavandulifolia
Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia, commonly known as Lavender-leaf Sage, is a fragrant perennial herb prized in traditional medicine. Distinguished by its narrow, silvery-green leaves, this subspecies offers potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. It is widely used to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation through aromatherapy.
- Scientific name: Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Salvia. Specifically, this medicinal variety is identified as Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia.
| 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 is known by several different names depending on the language and region. In English, it is referred to as Salvia officinalis lavanduliifolia, while in French, it is called sauge à feuilles de lavande. German speakers call it Lavendelblättriger Salbei, and in Urdu, it is written as سالفيا لافاندوليفوليا. Additionally, in Indonesian, the common name used is Salvia lavandulifolia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Salvia officinalis lavandulifolia | Wikidata |
| fr | sauge à feuilles de lavande | Wikidata |
| de | Lavendelblättriger Salbei | Wikidata |
| arz | سالفيا لافاندوليفوليا | Wikidata |
| id | Salvia lavandulifolia | Wikidata |
| eu | Salvia lavandulifolia | Wikidata |
| zh | 西班牙鼠尾草 | Wikidata |
| de | Salvia lavandulifolia | Wikidata |
| de | Spanischer Salbei | Wikidata |
| mul | Salvia officinalis lavandulifolia | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia, exhibits a very specific and limited natural range. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated within the region of Southwestern Europe. Specifically, this particular subspecies is native to the country of Spain. Within this territory, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by the Mediterranean landscape. Consequently, its presence is a distinct characteristic of the Spanish botanical landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia, is highly valued for the aromatic compounds contained within its various components. The most significant medicinal and aromatic properties are derived from its essential oil, which is extracted primarily from the leaves and floral parts to provide its characteristic scent and therapeutic effects. Additionally, the plant's chemical profile can be influenced by the presence of seed oils, which contain concentrated lipids and bioactive molecules essential for the plant's reproduction and potential pharmacological use.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seed oils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Salvia officinalis subsp. lavandulifolia has 8 reported activities identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antihyperglycemic, Antioxidant, Antiseptic.
- Total activities
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Spasmolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |