Rauvolfia pentaphylla

Rauvolfia pentaphylla belongs to the genus Rauvolfia within the Apocynaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the dogbane family. The species was formally described by Ducke in 1922. It is primarily found in the northern regions of Brazil and in Peru, with additional records indicating its presence in other global regions. This species is part of a genus that includes plants known for their medicinal properties, particularly in traditional and pharmacological uses.