Acalypha hispida
Acalypha hispida, commonly known as caterpillars bushy plant, is a versatile medicinal herb valued in traditional healing. Renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, it is frequently used to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and respiratory conditions. This plant offers significant therapeutic potential for holistic wellness and natural remedies.
- Scientific name: Acalypha hispida
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under 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 several regions of the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is noted in countries such as Benin and Gambia. Moving toward the center of the continent, it can also be found within West-Central Tropical Africa. Specifically, its range extends to Burundi and Equatorial Guinea within this central zone. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the Gulf of Guinea Islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Equatorial Guinea | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Comoros | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Acalypha hispida has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin 3-O-rutinoside, corilagin, cyanidin 3-O-beta-galactopyranoside, ellagic acid, flavonoid.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin 3-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| corilagin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyanidin 3-O-beta-galactopyranoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ellagic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| geraniin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol 3-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Acalypha hispida has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Inflammation, atherosclerosis, cancer, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atherosclerosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |