Cleome viscosa var. viscosa
Cleome viscosa var. viscosa, commonly known as sticky spiderflower, is a versatile medicinal herb found in tropical regions. Renowned for its glandular, sticky texture, this plant is deeply embedded in traditional medicine. It is widely utilized for its potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties in treating various ailments.
- Scientific name: Cleome viscosa var. viscosa
- Family: Cleomaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Brassicaleales and the family Cleomacaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Cleome.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Brassicales | WCVP |
| Family | Cleomaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cleome | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several distinct regions. In Northern Africa, its presence is documented within the borders of Egypt. The species also extends to the Macaronesian islands, specifically found in Cape Verde. Within West Tropical Africa, it inhabits multiple territories including Benin and Burkina. Finally, its range continues through the West African nation of Gambia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |