Kigelia
Kigelia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Kigelia africana, is a remarkable medicinal tree native to sub-Saharan Africa. Often called the sausage tree due to its unique fruit, it is highly valued in traditional medicine. Its bioactive compounds offer potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and skin-firming properties, making it a cornerstone of herbal healing.
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sotor
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
KigeliaSynonyms
- Sotor
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Sotor
- Kigelkia
German:
- Leberwurstbaum
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Bignoniaceae. Finally, the medicinal species is categorized under the genus Kigelia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Genus | Kigelia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Benin. Additionally, its presence extends into the territory of Burkina. The species is also documented in the nations of Gambia and Ghana. Finally, its natural range includes the country of Guinea.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Kigelia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Natural product research