Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana is a member of the Pedaliaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the sesame family. This species is part of the genus Uncarina, which includes several species found primarily in Africa. U. ihlenfeldtiana is endemic to Madagascar, an island known for its high level of biodiversity and endemism. The species was formally described and published in 2004 by the botanist Lavranos. Its classification within the genus Uncarina reflects its morphological and taxonomic affinities with other members of this group.