Lantana horrida subsp. horrida
Lantana horridia subsp. horridia, commonly known as a species of wild lantana, is a resilient shrub native to specific tropical regions. Characterized by its prickly stems and vibrant floral clusters, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional practices for its diverse bioactive properties and potential therapeutic applications in herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Lantana horrida subsp. horrida
- Family: Verbenaceae
- Native range: Africa
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 Verbenaceae. Finally, it is identified as a member of the genus Lantana, specifically the subspecies Lantana horrida subsp. horrida.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Verbenaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lantana | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning across two different continents. In South Tropical Africa, it can be found growing within the borders of Zambia. Its presence is also significant in Mexico, where it is documented in the central region. Furthermore, the species occupies diverse areas including Northeast Mexico and the Gulf region. Finally, it can be located extending into the Southwest portion of Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |