Acalypha

integrifolia Willd is a monoecious shrub. The species is endemic to the Mascarenes, and this subspecies is endemic to the Mascarenes islands of Réunion and Mauritius. The leaves are used as part of alternative medicine on both islands. Herbalists recommend a decoction of the leaf for their anthelmintic and depurative properties but also for various dermatological pathologies. However, although the leaf is commonly administered orally, scientific evaluation of its efficacy, phytochemical, and safety profile for human consumption is scarce. The reported biological activity has focused on the in vitro antibacterial and antifungal properties. This chapter presents a general view of the botanical description, ethnomedicinal uses, and antimicrobial properties of the Indian Ocean A. integrifolia subspecies.

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