Calliandra haematocephala
Calliandra haematocephala, commonly known as the Blood-headed Calliandra, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its vibrant, crimson inflorescences. Native to specific tropical ecosystems, this botanical specimen is studied for its unique phytochemical properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits in traditional healing practices and modern pharmacological research for various ailments.
- Scientific name: Calliandra haematocephala
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Calliandra haematocephala, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Fabales. Ultimately, it is a member of the Fabaceae family within the genus Calliandra.
| 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 and diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents. In West Tropical Africa, it can be found growing within the borders of Ghana and Nigeria. Its presence extends into West-Central Tropical Africa, specifically documented in Cameroon. Moving further south, the species is also located in South Tropical Africa within Zimbabwe. Finally, its range reaches into Asia, where it is distributed across China Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Calliandra haematocephala has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cis-5-hydroxypipecolic acid, pipecolic acid, proline, triterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cis-5-hydroxypipecolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pipecolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| proline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Calliandra haematocephala has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Calliandra haematocephala has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Aspergillus niger, antidiabetic, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus niger | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |