Alpinia coriandriodora
Alpinia coriandriodora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Alpinia coriandriodora, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique aromatic profile and therapeutic potential. Belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, it offers diverse bioactive compounds used in traditional healing to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and provide antioxidant benefits within various holistic wellness practices.
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alpinia coriandriodoraSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Zingiberales and the family Zingiberaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Alpinia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus | Alpinia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within specific regions of East and Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is concentrated specifically in the southeastern part of the country. Beyond Chinese borders, the species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula. Within this peninsula, Vietnam serves as a key area for its natural occurrence. Consequently, its geographical range is relatively localized to these subtropical territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China Southeast |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Life history
The life history of Alpinia coriandriodora is characterized by its classification as a geophyte, a life form where the plant survives unfavorable environmental conditions through underground storage organs. As a cryptophyte, its regenerative buds are located below the soil surface, protecting the vital tissues from external stressors such as seasonal changes or herbivory. This strategy allows the plant to remain dormant during periods of stress and rapidly re-emerge when favorable conditions return, utilizing its subterranean structures to fuel new growth.
- Life form :
- geophyte
- Life form :
- cryptophyte
Morphology
The morphology of Alpinia coriandriodora is characterized by its growth habit as a self-supporting plant, lacking the structural mechanisms to function as an obligatory or facultative climber. It does not exhibit any parasitic tendencies, existing as an independent organism rather than relying on a host for nutrients. Furthermore, the plant is strictly terrestrial in its ecological positioning, possessing no epiphytic qualities and maintaining its development within the soil substrate.
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Parasite :
- independent
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Alpinia coriandriodora has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rhizome
- Frontiers in plant science
Activities
Alpinia coriandriodora has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Frontiers in plant science
Antioxidant
- Frontiers in plant science