Gambeya albida
Gambeya albida, commonly known as the African mango, is a versatile tree native to the African savannah. Highly valued in traditional medicine, its bark, leaves, and roots are utilized to treat diverse ailments, including inflammation and skin infections. This resilient species remains a vital resource for local medicinal practices.
- Scientific name: Gambeya albida
- Family: Sapotaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Ericales and the family Sapotaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Gambeya, which includes the specific species Gambeya albida.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapotaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gambeya | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several countries within the West Tropical Africa region. Specifically, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Benin and Ghana. Its natural habitat also extends through the territories of Guinea and Ivory Coast. Furthermore, the species is documented to occur within Liberia. These locations highlight its significant presence throughout this specific part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | 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 | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Activities
Gambeya albida has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |