Ocimum grandiflorum
Ocimum grandiflorum, commonly known as the large-flowered basil, is a distinctive aromatic shrub native to Madagascar. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant possesses potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Its fragrant leaves are frequently utilized to treat various ailments, making it a significant botanical resource in regional healing practices.
- Scientific name: Ocimum grandiflorum
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Ocimum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ocimum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of the African continent. Its distribution begins in Northeast Tropical Africa, where it can be located in Eritrea. It also grows across the highlands and plains of Ethiopia within the same northern region. Moving southward, the species is also prevalent throughout East Tropical Africa. Specifically, its presence is documented in the territories of both Kenya and Tanzania.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |