Acalypha ciliata
Acalypha ciliata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Acalypha ciliata, is a versatile medicinal herb prized in traditional healing practices. Often found in tropical regions, this plant is renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. It is frequently utilized in folk medicine to treat skin ailments, respiratory issues, and various infections.
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Acalypha Ciliata Var. Trichophora · Ricinocarpus Ciliatus
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Acalypha ciliataSynonyms
- Acalypha ciliata var. trichophora
- Ricinocarpus ciliatus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, specifically being a member of the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within 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 specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Within this part of the continent, its presence is documented in the country of Benin. It can also be found throughout various territories including Burkina and Gambia. Furthermore, the species extends its range into Ghana. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the coastal nation of Guinea-Bissau.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
Activities
Acalypha ciliata has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| methanol | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |