Ongokea gore
Ongokea gore, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb in traditional healing, holds significant value for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its ability to treat various ailments, this plant is deeply rooted in cultural practices. Understanding its uses and benefits is essential for exploring its role in holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Ongokea gore
- Family: Olacaceae
- 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 Santalales, it is classified under the family Olacaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ongokea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Santalales | WCVP |
| Family | Olacaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ongokea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Ongokea gore, is widely distributed across several regions in West Tropical Africa. It can be found growing within the borders of Ghana and Guinea. Furthermore, its presence extends into the territory of the Ivory Coast. The species is also documented to inhabit parts of Liberia. Finally, its geographical range includes the large nation of Nigeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ongokea gore has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |