Anoectochilus
Anoectochilus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Anoectochilus, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, this species offers unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal applications provides vital insights into its significant role in natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Chrysobaphus
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AnoectochilusSynonyms
- Chrysobaphus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, it falls under the family Orchidaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Anoectochilus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Anoectochilus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range across various regions of East Asia. In China, its presence is noted throughout the South-Central areas and the southeastern provinces. It can also be found in the tropical environment of Hainan and the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Beyond mainland China, the species extends its distribution to the Nansei-shotō islands. Consequently, its habitat spans a wide variety of ecological zones within Eastern Asia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| China | Tibet |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Anoectochilus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Kinsenoside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Kinsenoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Kinsenoside
- Current medical science