Vepris suaveolens
Vepris suaveolens, commonly known as the fragrant Vepris, is a significant medicinal shrub prized in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its aromatic properties, this plant contains bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Its essential oils and botanical extracts offer therapeutic potential in managing inflammation and supporting overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Vepris suaveolens
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Vepris suaveolens, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, its taxonomic classification is completed within 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, Vepris suaveolens, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented in the country of Ghana, where it grows within local ecosystems. Furthermore, the species can be found spanning across Guinea and the Ivory Coast. The geographical range extends southward into the forests of Liberia. Finally, the distribution of this medicinal plant reaches as far east as Nigeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| 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 suaveolens has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Toxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |