Zygophyllum gaetulum
Zygophyllum gaetulum, commonly known as the desert stone, is a resilient succulent native to arid African landscapes. Renowned for its medicinal properties, this plant is traditionally used to treat various ailments, including skin infections and digestive issues. Its unique ability to thrive in harsh environments makes it ecologically significant.
- Scientific name: Zygophyllum gaetulum
- Family: Zygophyllaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Zygophyllales, it is classified under the family Zygophyllaceae. Its specific taxonomic placement is defined by the genus Zygophyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zygophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Zygophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zygophyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily located across several regions within Northern Africa. Specifically, its range includes the territories of Algeria and Morocco. It can also be found extending into the area of Western Sahara. Beyond the African mainland, its distribution reaches the Macaronesian islands. Within this island group, the species is documented in both the Canary Islands and Cape Verde.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Western Sahara | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
Chemicals
Zygophyllum gaetulum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Saponins.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Zygophyllum gaetulum has 7 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antispasmodic, Analgesic, Antidepressant, Antidiarrheic.
- Total activities
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiarrheic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Zygophyllum gaetulum has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidiabetic, antispasmodic, dermatomycosis, inflammation, mastitis.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dermatomycosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mastitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |