Calanthe lyroglossa lyroglossa
Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Calanthe lyroglossa lyroglossa, scientifically known as Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa, is a rare botanical specimen valued for its unique morphological traits. Beyond its striking appearance, this variety holds significant medicinal potential. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to uncover therapeutic applications, highlighting its importance in traditional healing and modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossaSynonyms
- Alismorkis foerstermannii
- Calanthe lyroglossa var. forsythiiflora
- Calanthe liukiuensis
- Calanthe foerstermannii
- Calanthe forsythiiflora
- Calanthe nephroidea
- Calanthe cleistogama
- Styloglossum cleistogamum
Sources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 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 |
|---|---|
| China | Hainan |
| China | Tibet |
| Eastern Asia | Japan |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indo-China | Cambodia |
| Indo-China | Laos |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Calanthe lyroglossa var. lyroglossa has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Calaliukiuenoside, Calanthoside, Calaphenanthrenol, Glucoindican, INDICAN.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Calaliukiuenoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Calanthoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Calaphenanthrenol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glucoindican | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| INDICAN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Indirubin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tryptanthrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Calaliukiuenoside
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Calanthoside
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Calaphenanthrenol
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Glucoindican
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
INDICAN
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Indirubin
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Tryptanthrin
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