Tamarix stricta
Tamarix stricta · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Tamarix stricta, scientifically known as Tamarix stricta, is a resilient, salt-tolerant shrub native to arid and semi-arid regions. Renowned for its ability to thrive in saline soils, this plant offers significant medicinal potential, particularly in traditional practices for treating inflammatory conditions and supporting various dermatological health applications.
- Family
- Tamaricaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Tamarix strictaSources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Tamaricaceae |
| Genus | Tamarix |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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 |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran |
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Tamarix stricta has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include polyphenols, quercetin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| polyphenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
polyphenols
- Drug and chemical toxicology
quercetin
- Drug and chemical toxicology