Chelonopsis lichiangensis
Chelonopsis lichiangensis, commonly known as the Golden Shell Fern, is a rare medicinal plant endemic to high-altitude tropical forests. Renowned for its unique antioxidant properties, it is traditionally used in indigenous practices to alleviate inflammation and support respiratory health, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Chelonopsis lichiangensis
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Chelonopsis lichiangensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized into the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic position is defined by its placement within the genus Chelonopsis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chelonopsis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Chelonopsis lichiangensis, is known by the common name 丽江铃子香 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 丽江铃子香 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Chelonopsis lichiangensis, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. It is native to the distinct ecological zones found within the country of China. More precisely, its distribution is concentrated in the South-Central region of the nation. This particular area provides the unique environmental conditions necessary for its natural growth and survival. Consequently, researchers looking for this medicinal species must focus their efforts within these specific Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |