Salvia sahendica
Salvia sahendica, commonly known as a unique member of the Lamiaceae family, is a medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic potential. Renowned for its aromatic properties, it is often utilized in traditional healing practices to address various ailments, offering significant bioactive compounds that support overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Salvia sahendica
- 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, falling into the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic position is completed within 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 sahhendica, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as Sahhendica sage, while in German, it is known as Sahhendica-Salbei. In French, the plant is called Sauge de Sahhendica, and in Spanish, it is identified as Salvia de Sahhendica.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is found exclusively within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the distribution of Salvia sahredica is confined to the territory of Iran. This localized presence suggests that the species is highly adapted to the unique environmental conditions of this particular area. Consequently, researchers focusing on this medicinal herb primarily concentrate their studies within the Iranian landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Salvia sahendica, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, primarily focusing on its roots and leaves. The leaves are often the most prominent feature, typically used in traditional applications due to their bioactive compounds. Additionally, the roots contain specific chemical constituents that contribute to the plant's overall therapeutic potential.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Salvia sahendica has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chlorogenic acid, coumaric acid, gallic acid, oleanolic acid, salvigenin.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salvigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sclareol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |