Gambeya lacourtiana
Gambeya lacourtiana, commonly known as the Gambeya tree, is a significant medicinal plant native to various African tropical forests. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, its bark, leaves, and roots are traditionally used to treat ailments ranging from inflammation and skin infections to digestive issues and febrile conditions.
- Scientific name: Gambeya lacourtiana
- 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 and the order Ericales, it is a member of the family Sapotaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Gambeya.
| 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 primarily distributed across the West-Central Tropical Africa region. Its presence is notably documented within the borders of the Central African Republic. Furthermore, it can be found growing throughout Cameroon and the nation of Congo. The species also extends its range into the territory of Gabon. Finally, its geographical reach includes the expansive landscapes of the DR Congo.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gambeya lacourtiana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Epicatechin, ceramide.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ceramide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |