Tamarix stricta
Tamarix stricta, commonly known as the Mediterranean tamarisk, is a resilient, salt-tolerant shrub essential to arid ecosystems. Renowned for its ability to thrive in saline soils, this plant offers significant ethnobotanical value. It is utilized in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties and various therapeutic applications in coastal regions.
- Scientific name: Tamarix stricta
- Family: Tamaricaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Caryophyllales and is a member of the family Tamaricaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Tamarix.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Tamaricaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tamarix | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct geographical range across several key regions of the Middle East and South Asia. In Western Asia, its presence is notably documented within the borders of Iran. Moving toward the Arabian Peninsula, the species can also be found growing in Oman. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within Pakistan. These locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in the diverse arid environments of these specific territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Tamarix stricta has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin, polyphenols, quercetin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |