Tapia tree
Uapaca bojeri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Tapia tree, scientifically known as Uapaca bojeri, is a resilient woody species native to South American forests. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological potential, this medicinal plant offers valuable bioactive compounds. Local traditions utilize its various parts to treat ailments, highlighting its significant importance in both ethnobotany and modern phytotherapy.
- Family
- Phyllanthaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Tapia Tree
- Scientific synonyms
- Chorizotheca Macrophylla · Uapaca Clusiacea
Names
Common Names
- tapia tree
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Tapia (arbre)
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Uapaca bojeriSynonyms
- Chorizotheca macrophylla
- Uapaca clusiacea
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 Malpighiales and the family Phyllanthaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Uapaca, where it is identified as Uapaca bojeri.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Uapaca | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Uapaca bojeri, possesses a very specific and limited natural range. Its geographical distribution is centered within the Western Indian Ocean region. Specifically, this medicinal species is found natively on the island of Madagascar. Because of this localization, it is considered an endemic part of the island's unique biodiversity. Understanding this restricted habitat is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Uapaca bojeri, utilizes its fruits as a significant component of its biological structure. These fruits serve as the reproductive vessels of the species, playing a crucial role in the dispersal of seeds to ensure the continuation of the plant across its natural habitat. In the context of medicinal study, the chemical composition found within these fruits is often a point of interest for researchers examining the plant's bioactive properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| fruit | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Uapaca bojeri has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include succinic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| succinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
succinic acid
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Activities
Uapaca bojeri has 3 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antihyperglycemic, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Uapaca bojeri has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antihyperglycemic.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihyperglycemic | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit Extract | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |