Searsia parviflora
Searsia parviflora, commonly known as the Small-leaved Fever Tree, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to Southern Africa. Valued for its medicinal properties, it is traditionally used to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to skin inflammation. This versatile plant plays a vital role in both ecological and healing practices.
- Scientific name: Searsia parviflora
- Family: Anacardiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Sapindales and the family Anacardiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Searsia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Searsia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Searsia parviflora, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is most frequently referred to as the small-leaved karee, while in Afrikaans, it is commonly called kleinblaar-karee.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution throughout the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing across various regions of India and within the borders of Bangladesh. Its presence extends into the mountainous terrains of Nepal, showcasing its adaptability to diverse altitudes. Specifically, the species is documented to inhabit the East Himalaya and the West Himalaya regions. Together, these locations highlight the significant range this medicinal plant covers across South Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as the small-leaved karee, possesses medicinal properties that are often associated with its various components, particularly its fruits. The small, fleshy drupes produced by Searsia parviflora serve as a significant part of the plant's reproductive structure and are a key feature for identification in the wild. In certain traditional applications, these fruits are studied or utilized for their specific chemical constituents, contributing to the overall pharmacological interest in the species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |