Botanical Overview
Suaeda maritima belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family. While not among the most extensively documented medicinal plants, this species has recorded uses that warrant attention from researchers and practitioners. This species belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family, a group of flowering plants.
General Description
Suaeda maritima is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae known by the common names herbaceous seepweed and annual seablite.
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Description adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).Family Context
The Chenopodiaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Epazote — 45 documented uses
- Lambsquarter — 20 documented uses
- Spinach — 18 documented uses
- Beet — 15 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Suaeda maritima has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 1 compound in this species: betulin.
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Information on this page is compiled from Dr. Duke’s Phytochemical and Ethnobotanical Databases (USDA ARS), a public domain resource. Consult a healthcare professional before using any herbal preparation.