Salvia sharifii

Salvia sharifii, commonly known as a distinctive member of the Lamiaceae family, is a medicinal herb native to specific mountainous regions. Renowned for its unique aromatic profile, this plant contains bioactive compounds with significant therapeutic potential, offering promising antioxidant and antimicrobial properties for traditional and modern pharmacological applications.

  • Scientific name: Salvia sharifii
  • Family: Lamiaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

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, its taxonomic designation is Salvia sharifii.

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 sharifii, is recognized by specific local names depending on the region, such as قصعين شريفي in Arabic.
Language Common Name Source
ar قصعين شريفي Wikidata

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is primarily found within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, its natural habitat is located within the country of Iran. This localized distribution suggests that the species may be endemic to certain Iranian landscapes. Consequently, understanding its presence in this particular area is essential for its conservation.

Region Area Source
Western Asia Iran WCVP

Chemicals

Salvia sharifii has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caryophyllene oxide, hexyl isovalerate, isopentyl isovalerate, linalool, spathulenol.

Total chemicals
5
Scientific sources
5

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
caryophyllene oxide 1 ★☆☆☆☆
hexyl isovalerate 1 ★☆☆☆☆
isopentyl isovalerate 1 ★☆☆☆☆
linalool 1 ★☆☆☆☆
spathulenol 1 ★☆☆☆☆