Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri
Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (39 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri, is a striking succulent renowned for its unique, wavy-edged leaves and impressive medicinal potential. Often called the "Mother of Millions," this resilient plant is traditionally used in various cultures to support healing processes, offering intriguing pharmacological properties that continue to fascinate modern botanical and scientific researchers.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieriDistribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging geographical distribution across several continents. In Europe, its presence is noted within the Mediterranean region of Spain. Its reach extends into West Tropical Africa, specifically throughout Senegal. Furthermore, it can be found in West-Central Tropical Africa in Cameroon and across East Tropical Africa in Kenya. Finally, the species is also documented in South Tropical Africa within Zimbabwe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Anthocyanins, Coumarins, Saponins, Sterols, Triterpenes.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthocyanins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sterols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Triterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anthocyanins
- Dr. Duke
Coumarins
- Dr. Duke
Saponins
- Dr. Duke
Sterols
- Dr. Duke
Triterpenes
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri has 34 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiapoptotic, Antiarthritic, Anticancer, Anticarcinogenic, Anticollegenase.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antiapoptotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiarthritic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticollegenase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antielastase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihepatomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperinsulinemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |