Kalanchoe ceratophylla var. ceratophylla
Kalanchoe ceratophylla var. ceratophylla, commonly known as the "Horned Kalanchoe," is a striking succulent native to Mexico. Renowned for its fleshy, pointed leaves, this resilient plant is prized in traditional herbalism. It is often studied for its potential bioactive compounds and its ability to thrive in arid environments.
- Scientific name: Kalanchoe ceratophylla var. ceratophylla
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Saxifragales, it is classified under the family Crassulaceae and the genus Kalanchoe. Specifically, it is identified as the variety ceratophylla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Crassulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Kalanchoe | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Asia. In China, its presence is noted within the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range extends into Eastern Asia, specifically documented in Taiwan. Furthermore, the species is found within the Indian Subcontinent, including the state of Assam. Finally, its distribution encompasses the neighboring nation of Bangladesh.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | 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 |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Activities
Kalanchoe ceratophylla var. ceratophylla has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |