Acalypha ciliata
Acalypha ciliata, commonly known as Copperleaf, is a versatile medicinal herb found across tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used to treat skin inflammations, respiratory ailments, and digestive issues. This plant holds significant value in ethnobotany for its diverse healing and antimicrobial properties.
- Scientific name: Acalypha ciliata
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Africa
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 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |