Mammea africana
African mammee-apple
Mammea africana, commonly known as the African Mammea, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Valued in traditional healing practices, its diverse chemical compounds offer significant therapeutic potential. From treating skin ailments to addressing internal inflammation, this species serves as a vital resource in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Mammea africana
- Family: Calophyllaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Malpighiales and the family Calophyllaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Mammea, specifically as the species Mammea africana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Calophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mammea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Mammea africana Sabine, is recognized across various linguistic contexts by its scientific designation. In French, it is known as Mammea africana Sabine (fr), while in Spanish, it is referred to as Mammea africana Sabine (es). Similarly, in Anthroposophic terminology, it is called Mammea africana Sabine (an), and in Asturian, it is documented as Mammea africana Sabine (ast). Finally, in Catalan, the name remains Mammea africana Sabine (ca).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| es | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| an | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| ast | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| ca | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| de | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| eo | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| eu | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| ext | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
| ga | Mammea africana Sabine | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found throughout the region of West Tropical Africa. Specifically, its presence is documented across several different nations within this zone. In the northern reaches of this belt, it can be located in Benin and Ghana. Moving further west, the species is also distributed through Guinea and Ivory Coast. Finally, its geographical range extends into the territory of Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | 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 | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Mammea africana, is a medicinal species where various components of its structure are utilized for therapeutic purposes. Specifically, the stem bark is often harvested to extract bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies. Additionally, the bark itself serves as a vital source of medicinal properties, contributing to the plant's overall pharmacological profile.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Mammea africana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |