Senega molluginifolia
Senega molluginifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Senega molluginifolia, scientifically known as Senega molluginifolia, is a perennial herb valued in traditional herbalism for its therapeutic properties. Often utilized to support respiratory health, this plant contains bioactive compounds that may act as expectorants. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal potential is essential for safe, effective application.
- Family
- Polygalaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Polygala Galioides Var. Molluginifolia · Polygala Areguensis F. Minor · 3 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Senega molluginifoliaSynonyms
- Polygala galioides var. molluginifolia
- Polygala areguensis f. minor
- Polygala orthiocarpa
- Polygala molluginifolia
- Polygala areguensis
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the family Polygalaceae and falls under the genus Senega.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Polygalaceae |
| Genus | Senega |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of South America. In Western South America, its presence is documented in both Bolivia and Ecuador. The species also extends into Brazil, where it can be found in the Southeast and South regions. Additionally, its range reaches into Southern South America, specifically within the Northeast of Argentina. Consequently, this medicinal plant occupies a diverse range of habitats across the continent.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia |
| Western South America | Ecuador |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast |
| Brazil | Brazil South |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest |
| Southern South America | Paraguay |
| Southern South America | Uruguay |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Senega molluginifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isoflavone, Terpenoids, triterpene.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Isoflavone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Isoflavone
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
Terpenoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
triterpene
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Preparations
Senega molluginifolia has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include hydroalcoholic extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroalcoholic extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hydroalcoholic extract
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology