Afrocayratia ibuensis
Afrocayratia ibuensis, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in tropical regions, holds great botanical importance. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this species is studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its chemical composition and ecological role is essential for exploring its future applications in modern pharmacology and medicine.
- Scientific name: Afrocayratia ibuensis
- Family: Vitaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Following the order Vitales, it is classified under the family Vitaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Afrocayratia, with the species name ibuensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Vitales | WCVP |
| Family | Vitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Afrocayratia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several distinct regions of the African continent. Within West Tropical Africa, it can be found in the countries of Benin and Nigeria. Its distribution extends further into the West Tropical zone to include the nation of Niger as well as Togo. Additionally, the species reaches into West-Central Tropical Africa. Specifically, this geographical range is completed by its presence in Burundi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |