Ouret lanata
Ouret lanaata, commonly known as the "tree of life" in certain traditional practices, is a revered medicinal plant celebrated for its diverse healing properties. Renowned for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities, it serves as a cornerstone in herbal remedies, supporting holistic wellness and vitality through ancient botanical wisdom.
- Scientific name: Ouret lanata
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Caryophyllales and is a member of the family Amaranthaceae. Within this lineage, it is specifically categorized under the genus Ouret.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ouret | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across the African continent. In Northern Africa, it can be specifically found within the borders of Egypt. Moving toward the West Tropical Africa region, the species is well-established in Benin and Burkina. Its presence continues through Ghana, where it remains a notable part of the local flora. Finally, the distribution extends further west to include the nation of Guinea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | 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 | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
Activities
Ouret lanata has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiglycation, Antioxidant, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiglycation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |