Kalanchoe crenodaigremontiana
Kalanchoe laetivirens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Kalanchoe crenodaigremontiana, scientifically known as Kalanchoe laetivirens, is a striking succulent celebrated for its vibrant, colorful foliage and medicinal potential. Often used in traditional practices to support wellness, this resilient plant features thick, decorative leaves that make it both a therapeutic resource and a stunning ornamental addition to gardens.
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Crenatodaigremontiana · Mother Of Thousands
- Scientific synonyms
- Bryophyllum Laetivirens
Names
Common Names
- Crenatodaigremontiana
- Mother of Thousands
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Madre de miles
- Mala Madre
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kalanchoe laetivirensSynonyms
- Bryophyllum laetivirens
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Kalanchoe laetivirens, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further classified under the order Saxifragales. Finally, it is a member of the family Crassulaceae and the genus Kalanchoe.
| 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 diverse geographical distribution spanning several distinct global regions. In the Macaronesian islands, it can be found inhabiting the Canary Islands. Its presence extends to West Tropical Africa, specifically within the country of Senegal. Furthermore, it is established in the Western Indian Ocean, most notably on the island of Madagascar. Finally, the species reaches the Caribbean, where it is located in Cuba.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Kalanchoe laetivirans, is characterized primarily by its striking and succulent leaves, which serve as the main repository for its medicinal properties. These fleshy leaves are thick and fleshy, designed to store water and essential nutrients, often displaying a vibrant, variegated appearance with colorful patterns. In medicinal applications, it is these specialized leaves that are typically utilized, as they contain the bioactive compounds necessary for their therapeutic effects.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Oncology reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Kalanchoe laetivirens has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include F14.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| F14 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
F14
- Oncology reports
Activities
Kalanchoe laetivirens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | Oncology reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| B. laetivirens extract | Oncology reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |