Alseodaphnopsis andersonii
Alseodaphnopsis andersonii, commonly known as the Anderson's shrub, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this species is studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its botanical characteristics and traditional uses is essential for advancing natural pharmacology and conservation efforts.
- Scientific name: Alseodaphnopsis andersonii
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales, it is classified under the family Lauraceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Alséodaphnopsis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Alseodaphnopsis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Alsedaophnopsis andersonii, is known by several names depending on the linguistic context, although they all refer to the same species. In Chinese, it is identified as 毛叶北油丹 (zh), 毛叶北油丹 (zh-hans), and 毛叶北油丹 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 毛叶北油丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 毛叶北油丹 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 毛叶北油丹 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range across several distinct Asian regions. Within China, it is primarily found in the South-Central areas as well as the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically covering Assam and the East Himalaya. Additionally, the species can be located within the Indo-China region, specifically in Laos. Together, these locations highlight a broad habitat spanning from the Himalayas to Southeast Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Alseodaphnopsis andersonii, possesses distinct morphological characteristics within its vegetative structure. The stem serves as the primary structural support, facilitating the upward growth of the plant and providing the necessary conduit for transporting water and nutrients throughout its system. Beneath the surface, the root system anchors the plant firmly into the soil, ensuring stability and enabling the efficient absorption of moisture and essential minerals required for its medicinal properties.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |