Calanthe arisanensis

Calanthe arisanensis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Calanthe arisanensis, scientifically known as Calanthe arisanensis, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its potent therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its unique bioactive compounds offers exciting possibilities for modern pharmacological research and natural healthcare advancements.

Family
Orchidaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Calanthe Sasakii

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Calanthe arisanensis

Synonyms

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 Orchidaceae family. Specifically, it is identified by its genus, Calanthe, and its species name, arisanensis.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Asparagales
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Calanthe

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is specifically recognized for its restricted natural range within East Asia. Its presence is geographically confined to the island of Taiwan, where it thrives in local ecosystems. Because of this limited area of occurrence, it is considered an endemic species to the region. Researchers often study its unique habitat to better understand its survival in the wild. Consequently, the geographical distribution of Calaanthe arisanensis remains a key feature of its biological profile.

Region Area
Eastern Asia Taiwan

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Calanthe arisanensis is characterized by a specialized survival strategy defined by its classification as a cryptophyte, specifically functioning as a geophyte. This means that its perennating organs are located underground, allowing the plant to endure unfavorable environmental conditions or seasonal changes by retreating into protected subterranean structures. As a geophyte, it utilizes underground storage organs to maintain dormancy and ensure regrowth when favorable conditions return. This life cycle strategy enables the plant to navigate its specific ecological niche by protecting its vital energy reserves beneath the soil surface, facilitating a perennial existence through periods of environmental stress.

Life form :
geophyte
Life form :
cryptophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Calanthhe arisanensis is characterized by its specific growth habit and ecological positioning. It functions as a self-supporting climber, meaning it possesses the structural integrity to ascend or maintain its posture without being strictly dependent on external hosts for structural stability. In terms of its nutritional strategy, the plant is an independent organism, showing no parasitic behavior and maintaining its own metabolic processes without relying on a host for nutrients. Furthermore, despite its climbing nature, it is classified as terrestrial rather than epiphytic, establishing its root system and primary growth within the soil substrate.

Climber :
self-supporting
Epiphyte :
terrestrial
Parasite :
independent

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Calanthe arisanensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CALANPHENANTHRENE A, CALANQUINONE A.

Chemicals reported in Calanthe arisanensis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
CALANPHENANTHRENE A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CALANQUINONE A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

CALANPHENANTHRENE A

  1. Journal of natural products

CALANQUINONE A

  1. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters

Conditions

Calanthe arisanensis has 5 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, prostate cancer.

Conditions investigated for Calanthe arisanensis
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Breast cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Colon cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Lung cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Nasopharyngeal cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Prostate cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Breast cancer

  1. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters

Colon cancer

  1. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters

Lung cancer

  1. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters

Nasopharyngeal cancer

  1. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters

Prostate cancer

  1. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters

Preparations

Calanthe arisanensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include EtOAc-soluble extract.

Preparations reported for Calanthe arisanensis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Etoac-soluble extract 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Etoac-soluble extract

  1. Journal of natural products
  2. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters