Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum
Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum, commonly known as sea purslane, is a resilient succulent herb found in coastal saline habitats. Renowned for its medicinal properties, it is utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant antioxidant and bioactive benefits for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum
- Family: Aizoaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Caryophyllales and the family Aizoaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Sesuvium as the subspecies Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Aizoaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sesuvium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum, is known by a variety of common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as sea purslane or sea berry, while in Spanish, it is commonly called verdolaga de mar. In Portuguese, it is known as verdolaga-do-mar, and in French, it is called pourpier de mer.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions. In Northern Africa, it can be found growing in Morocco, Tunisia, and Western Sahara. Its range extends into the Macaronesian islands, specifically within the Canary Islands. Additionally, the species is present in West Tropical Africa, with documented occurrences in Benin. These varied locations demonstrate the plant's ability to inhabit diverse coastal and tropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Western Sahara | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
Activities
Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |