Kalanchoe ceratophylla
Kalanchoe ceratophylla · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Kalanchoe ceratophylla, scientifically known as Kalanchoe ceratophylla, is a striking succulent native to Mexico. Renowned for its fleshy, horned leaves, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its potential therapeutic properties. It serves as a fascinating subject for studying natural compounds and their diverse biological applications.
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Vereia Ceratophylla
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kalanchoe ceratophyllaSynonyms
- Vereia ceratophylla
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Saxifrages and the family Crassulaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Kalanchoe, specifically as the species Kalanchoe 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 distinct regions across Asia. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its presence extends further east to the island of Taiwan within Eastern Asia. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species is documented in the state of Assam. Additionally, the plant is known to grow within the borders 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 | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Kalanchoe ceratophylla, is characterized by its distinct morphological features, primarily its succulent stems and specialized leaves. The stems are sturdy and fleshy, serving as a vital reservoir for water storage which allows the plant to thrive in arid environments. Complementing the stems are its thick, fleshy leaves, which are often covered in a fine, silvery pubescence that helps reflect sunlight and reduce moisture loss. Together, these succulent components enable the plant to maintain its hydration and structural integrity in harsh, dry climates.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Scientifica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Scientifica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Kalanchoe ceratophylla has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Antioxidants, ERYTHRITOL, Flavonoids, Friedelan-3-one, GAMMA-SITOSTEROL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidants | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ERYTHRITOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Friedelan-3-one | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GAMMA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NEOPHYTADIENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glutinol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| squalene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidants
- Scientifica
ERYTHRITOL
- Scientifica
Flavonoids
- Scientifica
Friedelan-3-one
- Scientifica
GAMMA-SITOSTEROL
- Scientifica
NEOPHYTADIENE
- Scientifica
glutinol
- Scientifica
squalene
- Scientifica
Activities
Kalanchoe ceratophylla has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antidiabetic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | Scientifica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | Scientifica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| freeze drying (FD) | Scientifica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hot air drying (HAD) | Scientifica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |