Acalypha psilostachya
Acalypha psilostachya
Acalypha psilostachya is a plant found in traditional medicine contexts primarily within Africa. While its specific uses are not documented, it is noted that goats in Buyende district consume this plant among others. Scientific evidence suggests that climate change may impact the distribution of African mountain plant species, including Acalypha psilostachya, with potential range contractions under certain warming scenarios by the end of the century. In Lubumbashi, 166 plant taxa are used for wound healing, but Securidaca longepedunculata is most commonly cited; no specific traditional use for Acalypha psilostachya in this context has been recorded. Safety and drug interaction concerns for Acalypha psilostachya have not been documented to date.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study found that goats in Buyende district feed on 48 plant species, with Acalypha psilostachya among them.
- The study identified 166 plant taxa used for wound healing in Lubumbashi, with Securidaca longepedunculata being most commonly cited.
- Projections indicate that under a 2°C warming scenario, almost half of African mountain plant species might experience range contractions by the end of the century.
- The variation in plant communities is closely associated with topographic factors such as altitude, slope, aspect, and disturbance factors like grazing and human interference.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acalypha psilostachya?
Acalypha psilostachya (Acalypha psilostachya) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Acalypha psilostachya?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Acalypha psilostachya; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that goats in Buyende district feed on 48 plant species, with Acalypha psilostachya among them.
How strong is the evidence for Acalypha psilostachya?
The strongest finding for Acalypha psilostachya carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Acalypha psilostachya safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Acalypha psilostachya in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Acalypha psilostachya interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Acalypha psilostachya in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Acalypha psilostachya a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Characterization of the goat feeding system among rural small holder farmers in the semi-arid regions of Uganda. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ecological determinants in plant community structure across dry afromontane forest patches of Northwestern Ethiopia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ethnomedical Knowledge of Plants Used in Nonconventional Medicine for Wound Healing in Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga Province, DR Congo. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Late 21st-Century Climate and Land Use Driven Loss of Plant Diversity in African Mountains. literature abstract metadata