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EKOR KUCING Scientific name Common name Local name Family : : : : Acalypha hispida Red hot cat’s tail Ekor kucing Euphorbiaceae Introduction The plant originated in Oceania, but has become naturalized to multiple countries in North America, including the United States, Mexico, and Belize. Plant Description It can grow to be six to twelve feet (1.8-3.7 meters) tall. The plant is dioecious, and therefore there are distinct male and female members of the species. The female plant bears pistillate flowers which range in color from purple to bright red, and grow in clusters along catkins. This feature is the primary reason the plant bears the nickname “red-hot cat tail”. Plant habit The plant has become somewhat domesticated, due to the nature and color of its flowers. It can be grown from seeds as well as from cuttings. Plants parts used : Root, flower and leaves. Uses in traditional medicine Leaves are used as a poultice for leprosy. A decoction of the leaves and flowers is applied as an emollient to wounds and ulcers and is given internally as a laxative and diuretic in gonorrhea. The bark appears to act as an expectorant and so to relieve asthma. The leaves are astringent and flowers employed against diarrhea.