Anoectochilus koshunensis
Anoectochilus koshunensis, commonly known as a rare orchid species endemic to Taiwan, holds significant interest in botanical studies. While primarily valued for its unique biodiversity and aesthetic elegance, its potential pharmacological properties offer intriguing possibilities for medicinal research, inviting further exploration into its bioactive compounds and traditional healing applications.
- Scientific name: Anoectochilus koshunensis
- Family: Orchidaceae
- 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 Asparagales, it is classified under the family Orchidaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Anoectochilus and the species name kosunensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anoectochilus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Anoectochilus kosshunensis, is known by several different common names depending on the language and regional preference. In Simplified Chinese, it is referred to as 恒春银线兰 (zh-hans, zh-cn), while in Traditional Chinese, it is commonly called 恆春金線蓮 (zh-tw). Additionally, it is identified as 恒春银线兰 (zh) and 恒春金线莲 (zh) in various contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 恒春银线兰 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 恆春金線蓮 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 恒春银线兰 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 恒春银线兰 | Wikidata |
| zh | 恒春金线莲 | Wikidata |
| zh | 恒春齿唇兰 | Wikidata |
| zh | 高雄金线莲 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 高雄金線蓮 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the regions of Eastern Asia. It can be found growing naturally in the Nansei-shotto islands. Additionally, its distribution extends to the territory of Taiwan. These two locations represent the primary habitats where the species is documented. Consequently, its presence is limited to these particular East Asian maritime and subtropical zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Anoectochilus koshunensis, is a species where the medicinal properties are often attributed to the whole plant. In traditional applications, the entire organism—including its fleshy rhizomes, delicate leaves, and flowering stems—is utilized to harness its full range of bioactive compounds. By employing the whole plant, practitioners aim to capture the synergistic effects of its various components, ensuring that the complete botanical profile is available for therapeutic use.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| whole plant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Anoectochilus koshunensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2'-deoxyadenosine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2'-deoxyadenosine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |