Khaya
Khaya · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Khaya, is a genus of African trees highly valued for both timber and medicinal properties. Often referred to as African Mahogany, various species are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments such as malaria, skin infections, and digestive issues, showcasing their significant therapeutic importance in herbal healing.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
KhayaDistribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions within West Tropical Africa. Specifically, it can be found growing in the territories of Benin and Burkina. Its presence extends further to the nation of Gambia, highlighting its regional importance. Additionally, the species is documented within the borders of Ghana. Finally, the geographical range of Khaya includes the country of Guinea-Bissau.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Khaya 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 seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seed
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Conditions
Khaya has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancer.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cancer
- Natural product research