Deverra denudata
Deverra denudata, commonly known as the naked deverra, is a resilient succulent native to the arid regions of North Africa. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant possesses unique phytochemical properties. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly regarding its antioxidant activities and medicinal healing properties.
- Scientific name: Deverra denudata
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, falling within the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Deverra, specifically the species Deverra denudata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Deverra | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Deverra denudata, is known by the common name قزع in Arabic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | قزع | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Deverra denudata, is primarily found throughout the northern reaches of the African continent. Its natural range extends across several key countries within the Northern Africa region. Specifically, it can be located in the territories of Algeria and Libya. The species is also widely distributed across Morocco and Tunisia. Furthermore, its geographical presence includes the arid landscapes of Western Sahara.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Western Sahara | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |