Soda schweinfurthii
Soda schweinfurtii, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub, is an intriguing plant species valued for its therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, it is traditionally utilized in various folk remedies to treat diverse ailments. Understanding its biochemical composition is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Soda schweinfurthii
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known as Soda schweinfurthii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Amaranthaceae and the genus Soda.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Soda | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by the scientific name Salsola schweinfurthii, and in the Swedish language, its common name is recorded as Salsola schweinfurthii.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| sv | Salsola schweinfurthii | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several key regions across North Africa and Western Asia. In Northern Africa, its presence is documented within the borders of Egypt and Libya. Its range extends into Western Asia, where it can be found in Palestine and the Sinai Peninsula. Additionally, the species is distributed across the Arabian Peninsula, specifically inhabiting the various Gulf States. This wide coverage highlights its ability to thrive in diverse environments across these arid territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Gulf States | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
Activities
Soda schweinfurthii has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |