Black-Teabush
Eugenia capensis subsp. zeyheri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Black-Teabush, scientifically known as Eugenia capensis subsp. zeyheri, is a rare medicinal shrub native to specific African landscapes. Valued for its unique phytochemical properties, this subspecies offers significant therapeutic potential. Exploring its botanical characteristics and traditional uses provides vital insights into its role within natural pharmacology and biodiversity conservation.
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Black-Teabush · Bushcherry · 4 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Myrtus Zeyheri · Eugenia Zeyheri
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Black-Teabush
- Bushcherry
- Eastern Cape Myrtle
- Eastern Cape Myrtleberry
- Wild Jambos
- Wild Myrtle
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eugenia capensis subsp. zeyheriSynonyms
- Myrtus zeyheri
- Eugenia zeyheri
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Myrtales, it is further nested within the family Myrtaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Eugenia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Eugenia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is specifically found within the southern reaches of the African continent. Its natural range is limited to the unique landscapes of the Cape Provinces. Within this region, it thrives in specific ecological niches characteristic of Southern Africa. This localized distribution makes it a distinctive part of the regional flora. Consequently, the species is most commonly encountered by researchers exploring these coastal and inland areas.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Eugenia capensis subsp. zeyheri has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- BMC veterinary research
Chemicals
Eugenia capensis subsp. zeyheri has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Friedelan-3-one, Lupeol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Friedelan-3-one | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lupeol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Friedelan-3-one
- BMC veterinary research
Lupeol
- BMC veterinary research
Preparations
Eugenia capensis subsp. zeyheri has 2 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include acetone crude leaf extracts, acetone leaf extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Acetone crude leaf extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acetone leaf extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Acetone crude leaf extracts
- BMC veterinary research
Acetone leaf extracts
- BMC veterinary research