Terminalia schimperiana
Terminalia schimperiana, commonly known as the Schimper's Terminalia, is a resilient deciduous tree native to the woodlands of East Africa. Renowned for its medicinal properties, various parts of this plant are utilized in traditional healing to treat ailments ranging from skin infections to gastrointestinal issues, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical value.
- Scientific name: Terminalia schimperiana
- Family: Combretaceae
- 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 Myrtales, it is classified under the family Combretaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Terminalia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Combretaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Terminalia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Terminalia schimperiana, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Schimper's Terminalia, while in Swahili, it is known as Mvule wa mlimani.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known as Terminalia schimperiana, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across West Tropical Africa. Its presence is documented in several countries within this diverse ecological zone. Specifically, it can be found growing in the nation of Benin. The species also extends its range into Burkina Faso and Ghana. Furthermore, the plant is located within the territories of both Guinea and Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Terminalia schimperiana, offers various components that are utilized for their traditional medicinal and practical properties. The stem bark is frequently harvested for its therapeutic applications, often used in decoctions to treat various ailments. The root is also highly valued in traditional medicine, serving as a vital part of herbal remedies for its bioactive qualities. Additionally, the wood is utilized to create sturdy wooden chewing sticks, which are employed for oral hygiene and dental care.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wooden chewing sticks | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Terminalia schimperiana has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial, Antioxidant, Free-Radical Scavenging.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |