Botanical Overview
Beach Bells (Kalanchoe spathulata) is a species in the Crassulaceae family. This species belongs to the Crassulaceae family, a group of flowering plants. Although comprehensive ethnobotanical records are limited, phytochemical studies have identified 10 compounds in this species, suggesting potential medicinal value.
Family Context
The Crassulaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Air Plant — 7 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Beach Bells has been recorded in Philippines, and United States.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 10 compounds in this species, including a diverse array of phytochemical classes (see the Complete Chemical Inventory below for the full list).
The identified compounds include the following categories:
- Flavonoid: antioxidant compounds that protect cells from oxidative damage
- Sterol: cholesterol-like compounds with anti-inflammatory properties
Research Status
Although this species has documented phytochemical constituents, its ethnobotanical and clinical documentation remains incomplete. Additional phytochemical investigation could identify novel bioactive compounds in this plant.