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Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum

Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum, is a succulent perennial valued in traditional medicine. Often found in coastal regions, this hardy plant is celebrated for its diverse therapeutic properties. It is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant pharmacological potential.

Family
Aizoaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Trianthema Griseum · Sesuvium Portulacastrum Var. Pedunculatum · 19 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Caryophyllales
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Sesuvium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

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
Northern Africa Morocco
Northern Africa Tunisia
Northern Africa Western Sahara
Macaronesia Canary Is.
West Tropical Africa Benin
West Tropical Africa Ghana
West Tropical Africa Guinea
West Tropical Africa Ivory Coast
West Tropical Africa Senegal
West Tropical Africa Sierra Leone

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Behenic acid, Tricosylic acid.

Chemicals reported in Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Behenic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tricosylic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Behenic acid

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Tricosylic acid

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.

Activities reported in Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antimicrobial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cytotoxic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antimicrobial

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Cytotoxic

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanolic extracts.

Preparations reported for Sesuvium portulacastrum subsp. portulacastrum
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanolic extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanolic extracts

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)