Napoleonaea imperialis
Napoleonaea imperialis, commonly known as the Imperial Napoleon, is a striking tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its spectacular, large scarlet flowers, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical importance. In traditional medicine, various parts are utilized for their bioactive properties to treat diverse ailments and promote wellness.
- Scientific name: Napoleonaea imperialis
- Family: Lecythidaceae
- 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 Ericales, it is classified under the family Lecythidaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Napoleonaea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Lecythidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Napoleonaea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Napoleonaea imperialis, possesses a specific geographical range within the African continent. Its distribution is primarily concentrated in the region of West Tropical Africa. Within this area, the species can be found growing in the nation of Benin. Furthermore, the plant extends its presence into the neighboring country of Nigeria. Consequently, its natural habitat is limited to these particular West African territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
Activities
Napoleonaea imperialis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |