Uapaca bojeri
Uapaca bojeri, commonly known as the "Bojeeri" plant, is a remarkable medicinal species valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Native to specific tropical regions, it is traditionally used to treat various ailments, ranging from skin inflammations to digestive issues, offering a natural alternative in holistic and traditional medicine.
- Scientific name: Uapaca bojeri
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Africa
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 |
Chemicals
Uapaca bojeri has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include succinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| succinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Uapaca bojeri has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antihyperglycemic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Uapaca bojeri has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antihyperglycemic.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |