Kalanchoe laetivirens
Kalanchoe laetivirens, commonly known as the bright Kalanchoe, is a striking succulent prized for its vibrant, variegated foliage. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this plant holds significant medicinal potential. Researchers study its bioactive compounds, exploring its diverse pharmacological properties, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, within traditional and modern herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Kalanchoe laetivirens
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Native range: Africa
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 |
Activities
Kalanchoe laetivirens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |