riverhemp
Sesbania · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Riverhemp, scientifically known as Sesbaniia, is a versatile legume prized for its medicinal and nutritional properties. Widely distributed in tropical regions, it is used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. Its nutrient-rich leaves and antioxidant capabilities make it a valuable resource in herbal pharmacology.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Riverhemp · Riverhemps
- Scientific synonyms
- Daubentoniopsis · Agati · 4 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- riverhemp
- riverhemps
Scientific Names
Accepted name
SesbaniaSynonyms
- Daubentoniopsis
- Agati
- Monoplectra
- Glottidium
- Resupinaria
- Daubentonia
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Sesbanieae
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and specifically categorized into the genus Sesbania.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Sesbania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several European regions. In Middle Europe, its presence is documented in both Belgium and Germany. Moving towards the Mediterranean, it can be found within Southwestern Europe. Specifically, this species inhabits the islands of Corse and Sardegna. Furthermore, its range extends to include the mainland territory of France.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine |
| Northern Africa | Egypt |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Sesbania has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Methyl geranate, methyl myrtenate.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methyl geranate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methyl myrtenate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methyl geranate
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
methyl myrtenate
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)