Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe, commonly known as Mother of Thousands, is a resilient succulent celebrated for its striking rosette shapes and unique propagation method. Beyond its ornamental beauty, various species possess medicinal properties, traditionally used in folk medicine to support wound healing, reduce inflammation, and manage certain ailments through their bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Kalanchoe
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Saxifragales, it is further categorized into the family Crassulaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific 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 specific geographical distribution primarily concentrated within the Mediterranean region. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found inhabiting the various islands of the Baleares. Its presence extends to the rugged landscapes of Corse and the coastal areas of Sardegna. Furthermore, the species is widely distributed across the mainland territories of Spain and Portugal. Together, these locations define the key environmental niches where this medicinal plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kalanchoe has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Kalanchoe has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Kalanchoe has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, cancer, infections, inflammation, injuries.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| injuries | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |