Field Copperleaf
Acalypha arvensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Field Copperleaf, scientifically known as Acalypha arvensis, is a versatile herbaceous plant belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. Often found in disturbed soils and grasslands, it holds significant interest in traditional medicine. Its bioactive compounds offer potential therapeutic benefits, particularly for managing inflammation and supporting various healing processes naturally.
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Field Copperleaf
- Scientific synonyms
- Ricinocarpus Arvensis · Acalypha Arvensis Var. Belangeri · 3 more
Names
Common Names
- Field Copperleaf
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- cordiemiento
- yerba del cáncer
- borreguillo
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Acalypha arvensisSynonyms
- Ricinocarpus arvensis
- Acalypha arvensis var. belangeri
- Acalypha arvensis var. pavoniana
- Acalypha capitellata
- Acalypha pavoniana
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, it is further classified under the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Acalypha.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Acalypha | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad and diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents and climate zones. In West-Central Tropical Africa, its presence is noted in Cameroon. Its range extends across the ocean to Eastern Asia, specifically within Taiwan. The species is also found in the Malesia region, particularly in Malaya. Finally, its reach includes Mexico Central and the Southeastern United States in Florida.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
Chemicals
Acalypha arvensis has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, Corilagin, Ellagitannin, Flavonoids, Phenols.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Corilagin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ellagitannin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin 3-O-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Corilagin
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Ellagitannin
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Flavonoids
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Phenols
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Quercetin 3-O-glucoside
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
RUTIN
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
caffeic acid
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Activities
Acalypha arvensis has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Acalypha arvensis has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, infectious diseases, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Klebsiella pneumoniae | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethanol | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanolic extract | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-hexane | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |