Entada rheedei subsp. rheedei
Entada rheedei subsp. rheedei, commonly known as the Sea Bean or Giant Sea Bean, is a robust woody climber native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly for treating skin ailments, inflammation, and various systemic conditions through its diverse bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Entada rheedei subsp. rheedei
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Entada. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies rheedei of the species Entada rheedei.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Entada | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Entada rheedei subsp. rheedei, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Ghana. The species is also documented to inhabit the territories of Guinea-Bissau and Guinea. Furthermore, its presence extends into the coastal areas of Ivory Coast. Finally, the plant is known to occur naturally within Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Entada rheedei subsp. rheedei, is a large woody climber that holds significant value in traditional medicine. While various parts of the vine may be utilized, the seed kernels serve as a critical component in its medicinal applications. These kernels are often processed or prepared in specific ways to harness their therapeutic properties, contributing to the plant's reputation for treating various ailments.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seed kernels | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |