Vepris uguenensis
Vepris uguenenesis, commonly known as a vital medicinal plant in various African traditional practices, holds significant pharmacological potential. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this species is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions and infections. Exploring its bioactive compounds offers promising insights into developing new, natural medicinal treatments.
- Scientific name: Vepris uguenensis
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Vepris, and its specific species name, Vepris uguenensis.
| 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 found within specific regions of the East Tropical Africa area. Its natural habitat includes the country of Kenya, where it grows in local ecosystems. Additionally, the species can be located within the borders of Tanzania. These two nations represent its primary geographical distribution in the region. Therefore, the plant's presence is concentrated in these specific East African territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
Activities
Vepris uguenensis 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |