Keetia mannii
Keetia mannii, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is utilized to treat various ailments, offering therapeutic benefits. Exploring its pharmacological properties reveals its immense potential for developing modern treatments and enhancing holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Keetia mannii
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Keetia mannii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Gentianaales. It is further categorized into the family Rubiaceae and the genus Keetia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Keetia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Keetia mannii, exhibits a specific distribution throughout the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Benin. Additionally, its presence extends into the territory of Burkina Faso. The species is also documented across parts of Ghana and Guinea. Finally, its geographical range includes the country of Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | 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 | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |