Bauhinia saccocalyx
Bauhinia saccocalyx, commonly known as the Orchid Tree, is a stunning flowering plant prized for its ornamental beauty and medicinal properties. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used in various cultures to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant potential in holistic herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Bauhinia saccocalyx
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Fabales and specifically placed in the family Fabaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Bauhinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bauhinia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the Southeast Asian region. It is primarily documented as being native to the Indo-China territory. Within this area, its distribution specifically includes the country of Laos. Furthermore, the species can also be found growing naturally in Thailand. These locations represent the key habitats for this medicinal plant in the wild.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bauhinia saccocalyx has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bauhinoxepin A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bauhinoxepin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |