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powderduff

Calliandra calothyrsus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Powderduff, scientifically known as Calliandra calothyrsus, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Primarily used in traditional medicine, it offers significant healing potential for various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its role in holistic and modern pharmacology.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Leaf
Common names
Calliandra · Red Calliandra
Scientific synonyms
Anneslia Similis · Feuilleea Calothyrsa · 8 more

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Barba de chivo
  • Cabello de ángel

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Calliandra calothyrsus

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Calliandra, which includes the medicinal species Calliandra calothyrsus.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Fabales WCVP
Family Fabaceae WCVP
Genus Calliandra WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across multiple diverse regions. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in both India and Bangladesh. Its presence extends into the Indo-China region, specifically documented in Myanmar. Moving further south, the species is also located within Malesia, particularly on the island of Jawa. Finally, its range reaches the North-Central Pacific, where it has established itself in Hawaii.

Region Area Source
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh WCVP
Indian Subcontinent India WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP
Malesia Jawa WCVP
North-Central Pacific Hawaii WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northeast WCVP
Mexico Mexico Gulf WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northwest WCVP
Mexico Mexico Southwest WCVP
Mexico Mexico Southeast WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Calliandra calothyrsus, utilizes its leaf as a primary component in its medicinal applications. The leaf serves not only as the main site for photosynthesis to support the plant's growth but also acts as a reservoir for various bioactive compounds. In traditional practices, these leaves are often harvested and prepared to harness their specific therapeutic properties, making them a vital part of the plant's overall medicinal profile.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaf Tropical animal health and production (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Calliandra calothyrsus has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Condensed Tannins, CT, Condensed Tannin, Tannin.

Chemicals reported in Calliandra calothyrsus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Condensed Tannins 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CT 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Condensed Tannin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tannin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Condensed Tannins

  1. Journal of applied microbiology
  2. The British journal of nutrition

CT

  1. The British journal of nutrition

Condensed Tannin

  1. Applied and environmental microbiology

Tannin

  1. Journal of applied microbiology

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
leaf meal Tropical animal health and production (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
roughage hay supplemented with calliandra (30%) Journal of applied microbiology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆