Vepris renieri
Vepris renieri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Vepris renieri, scientifically known as Vepris renieri, is a significant medicinal plant belonging to the Rutaceae family. Native to tropical regions, it is highly valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties, including its potent antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities, making it a vital resource for herbal healing.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Oricia Renieri
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Vepris renieriSynonyms
- Oricia renieri
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Vepris renieri, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Sapindales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Rutaceae and is situated within the genus Vepris.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Vepris |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Vepris renieri, exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the West-Central Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented in the country of Burundi, where it thrives in local ecosystems. Additionally, the species can be found within the borders of Rwanda. These two nations represent the known range for this particular medicinal plant in this part of the continent. Therefore, its habitat is concentrated within these specific West-Central Tropical African territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Vepris renieri is characterized by its growth form as a tree, exhibiting a robust and perennial structure. The plant displays a distinctly woody nature, featuring firm, lignified tissues that support its upright development and overall stature within its natural habitat.
- Growth form :
- tree
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Activities
Vepris renieri has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Toxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Toxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Toxic
- Journal of ethnopharmacology