Vepris louisii
Vepris louisii, commonly known as a medicinal shrub in various tropical regions, holds significant ethnobotanical value. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammatory conditions and infections. Exploring its phytochemical profile offers promising insights into developing new natural pharmacological treatments.
- Scientific name: Vepris louisii
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is further categorized under the family Rutaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Vepris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vepris | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout the West-Central Tropical Africa region. Within this vast area, it can be found growing in the Central African Republic. Its presence is also well-documented across the territory of Cameroon. Additionally, the species is located within the borders of Congo. Finally, its geographical range extends into the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Activities
Vepris louisii has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Toxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |