Acalypha psilostachya
Acalypha psilostachya
Acalypha psilostachya is a plant found in certain regions but has not been traditionally used for any specific medicinal purposes. Scientific evidence regarding its traditional use is currently lacking, as no recorded uses have been documented. Studies indicate that goats in Buyende district consume this plant among 48 others, and projections suggest potential distribution contractions of plant species like Acalypha psilostachya due to climate change by the year 2100. In Lubumbashi, 166 plant taxa are used for wound healing, but Securidaca longepedunculata is most commonly cited; no specific use for Acalypha psilostachya in this context has been identified. Safety concerns and drug interactions related to Acalypha psilostachya have not been reported, making it appear relatively safe from the available data.
- 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