Penwiper
Kalanchoe marmorata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Penwiper, scientifically known as Kalanchoe marmorata, is a striking succulent celebrated for its unique, marbled foliage. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this resilient plant is valued in traditional medicine for its potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal uses offers insight into its role in natural wellness practices.
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Penwiper
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Common Names
- Penwiper
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Kalanchoe africano de hoja moteada
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kalanchoe marmorataTaxonomical 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 a member of the family Crassulaceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Kalanchoe as the species Kalanchoe marmorata.
| 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 key regions across the African continent. In Northern Africa, its presence has been documented in Tunisia. Moving into West-Central Tropical Africa, the species can be found in both Rwanda and the DR Congo. The plant also extends into Northeast Tropical Africa, specifically inhabiting the territories of Eritrea and Ethiopia. Together, these locations highlight the wide ecological range of Kalanchoe marmorata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kalanchoe marmorata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoid
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Medicinal Uses
Kalanchoe marmorata has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, infections, inflammation.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infections | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |