Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa
Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa, commonly known as the Lyre-tongued Calanthhe, is a rare medicinal plant prized for its unique botanical properties. Native to specific tropical ecosystems, this variety is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments, offering a fascinating intersection of biodiversity and ancient healing wisdom.
- Scientific name: Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa
- 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, this variety is identified by the genus Calanthe as Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Calanthe | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spread across several key regions of Eastern Asia. Within China, its distribution includes the tropical island of Hainan as well as the high-altitude areas of Tibet. The species also extends into the island nation of Japan, contributing to its presence in the broader Eastern Asian landscape. Furthermore, it can be found throughout the Nansei-shoto islands, adding to its maritime coverage. Finally, the plant's range is completed by its occurrence in the subtropical environment of Taiwan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |