Salvadora persica L.: A Medicinal Plant with Multifaceted Role in Maintaining Oral Hygiene

Abdul, Waseem Mohammed; Mohammed, Kaleemuddin; Mohammed, Furkhan Ahmed; Razvi, Syed Shoeb; Banaganapalli, Babajan; Shaik, Noor Ahmad; Hakeem, Khalid Rehman

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-04408-4_17

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“…Salvadora persica stands out as the most invaluable botanical species in this context, demonstrating a noteworthy use value of 1.9. Notable among the roster of significant medicinal plants are Dorstenia foetida, Calotropis procera, Rumex nervosus, Desmidorchis retrospiciens, Cissus rotundifolia, Cissus quadrangularis, Aloe officinalis, Aloe fleurentinorum, Acalypha fruticosa, Commiphora gileadensis, and Tamarindus indica (Abdul et al, 2019).…”

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Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants native to the mountains of Jazan, southwestern Saudi Arabia

Remesh,

Al Faify,

Alfaifi

et al. 2023

Int. j. adv. appl. sci.

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This exclusive study focuses on the medicinal plants indigenous to the mountains of South Western Saudi Arabia, resulting in the documentation of 83 vascular plant species belonging to 69 genera and 33 families. Among these, 34 plants are noted for their previously unrecorded medicinal properties, including the documentation of new medicinal plants such as Pyrostria phyllanthoidea and Chenopodium fasciculosum. Fabaceae emerges as the dominant family, with 11 medicinal plant species, followed by Apocynaceae, Asteraceae, Acanthaceae, Euphorbiaceae, and Moraceae. The most abundant genus is Vachellia, represented by 4 species, followed by Euphorbia, Ficus, Indigofera, Aloe, Capparis, Cissus, Commiphora, and Ziziphus. The medicinal plants encompass various growth forms, with shrubs being the most commonly observed, followed by herbs, trees, and climbers. Leaves are the most frequently used plant part for medicinal preparations, followed by stems, roots, latex, bark, and fruits. The preparations primarily involve making a paste, followed by raw use, infusion, and decoction. Diverse routes of administration are noticed, including topical, oral, toothbrush, nasal, and optical applications. Among the species surveyed, Salvadora persica stands out as the most useful, with a significant use value of 1.9. The informant consensus factor (FIC) analysis highlights 48 use reports for treating cuts and wounds. Furthermore, 42 species exhibit 100% fidelity, indicating a high preference among informants for their effectiveness in treating specific ailments. To safeguard and preserve this traditional knowledge for future generations, further scientific documentation, along with phytochemical and pharmacological studies, is essential. This study underscores the importance of conserving the rich ethnobotanical heritage of medicinal plants in the region and encourages further exploration of their potential therapeutic benefits.

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Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants native to the mountains of Jazan, southwestern Saudi Arabia

Remesh,

Al Faify,

Alfaifi

et al. 2023

Int. j. adv. appl. sci.

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“…S. persica can be found as deep-rooted mesomorphic xerophytes and as facultative halophytes that are highly salt-tolerant. Extremely high salt concentrations can reduce shoot and leaf growth [ 6 ]. S. persica is frequently used in folk medicine.…”

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“…Usually, the part used as a cleaning stick is the root where the periphery would be cut, and the bristles are exposed for use as a toothbrush against teeth and the surrounding structure. The origin of S. persica can be considered a wide geographical distribution throughout the world in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Sudan, Ethiopia, and Mauritania as well as countries in Central Africa, Southwestern Africa, and South America [ 6 ].…”

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Salvadora persica’s Biological Properties and Applications in Different Dental Specialties: A Narrative Review

Aljarbou

Almobarak

Binrayes

et al. 2022

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Salvadora persica is a tree that belongs to the salvadorecea family. It is also known as Miswak, which is a popular natural toothbrush that was used centuries ago in oral hygiene by Muslims in all parts of the world, especially in the Middle East. Numerous researchers highlighted the biological activity of this plant in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacology. The purpose of this article is to narratively review the biological properties of Salvadora persica. In addition, it expresses variant applications of this herb in different dental specialties. Materials and Methods. The search of the literature was based on PubMed, MEDLINE, and Google Scholar using keywords: Salvadora persica, S. persica, Miswak, Dentistry, and Dental. All relevant articles were reviewed to check if they would fit within the scope of this review, and then, the information was extracted. Results. Multiple biological effects of S. persica have been reported including antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antibiofilm, antioxidant, and even antiulcer effects. Dental effects were discussed and presented. Conclusion. The wide biological range of Salvadora persica’s effects is promising for dental and nondental fields and allows for an expanded clinical application that has otherwise not been discussed in the literature.

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Salvadora persica (mustard tree)

Bakewell-Stone

2022

CABI Compendium

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Salvadora persica L.: A Medicinal Plant with Multifaceted Role in Maintaining Oral Hygiene

Cited by 3 publications

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Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants native to the mountains of Jazan, southwestern Saudi Arabia

Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants native to the mountains of Jazan, southwestern Saudi Arabia

Salvadora persica’s Biological Properties and Applications in Different Dental Specialties: A Narrative Review

Salvadora persica (mustard tree)

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