Rauvolfia bahiensis

Rauvolfia bahiensis A.DC.

Rauvolfia bahiensis is a species in the Apocynaceae family, first described in 1844 by A.DC. It is native to the Northeast region of Brazil and is part of the broader distribution in Brazil and globally.

Description

Rauvolfia bahiensis belongs to the genus Rauvolfia within the Apocynaceae family, commonly known as the dogbane family. The species was formally published in 1844 by A.DC. Its natural range includes the Northeast region of Brazil, with a broader presence in Brazil and other global regions. As part of the Apocynaceae, it is related to other plants known for their latex and often used in traditional medicine.