Buddleja salviifolia (L.) Lam.

Buddleja salviifolia (L.) Lam. is a common semi-evergreen shrub, which is widespread throughout mainly the subtropical and tropical regions of Africa. It is used by several ethnic groups for its medicinal properties and has been extensively evaluated for its in vitro antimicrobial activity and its phytochemical content; however, only three compounds have been identified from the plant, which have been evaluated for their antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. This chapter highlights the ethnobotanical usage and pharmacological properties of B. salviifolia.