Coelogyne cantonensis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Pholidota cantonensis
• Pholidota uraiensis

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asparagales, it is a member of the family Orchidaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Coelogyne.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range focused within the Eastern Asian region. Its primary distribution is found across Southeast China, where it thrives in local ecosystems. Additionally, the species can be located on the island of Taiwan. These specific areas represent the known natural habitats for the species. Consequently, its presence is limited to these particular parts of East Asia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Coelogyne cantonensis is characterized by its specialized existence as a lithophyte, a growth form that allows it to colonize rocky substrates and cliffs where competition from larger vegetation is minimal. As a perennial orchid, its life cycle involves a complex interplay of vegetative stability and reproductive cycles adapted to its niche. The plant develops through a slow-growing habit, utilizing its specialized root systems to anchor firmly onto stone surfaces and absorb moisture and nutrients from the thin organic films and periodic rainfall typical of its habitat. Its life history is marked by seasonal rhythms, where it manages water storage within its tissues to survive periods of desiccation common to rocky environments. During its reproductive phase, the plant produces inflorescences that facilitate pollination, leading to the development of microscopic seeds that rely on wind dispersal to find new rocky crevices suitable for germination, thus continuing its specialized life cycle within its ecological niche.

Life form :

lithophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Coelogyne cantonensis is characterized by its distinct growth habit and ecological positioning. It functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its structural development to maintain position without relying on external hosts for mechanical support. As an independent organism, it does not exhibit parasitic behavior, maintaining its own metabolic processes without deriving nutrients from other plants. Furthermore, while many members of its genus are known for aerial growth, this specific plant is categorized as terrestrial, establishing its root systems and vegetative presence within the soil rather than as an obligate or facultative epiphyte.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Coelogyne cantonensis has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-lariciresinol, 4,4',5,6-tetrahydroxystilbene, Crepidatin, Lignans, Phenanthrenes.

(-)-lariciresinol

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

4,4',5,6-tetrahydroxystilbene

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Crepidatin

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Lignans

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Phenanthrenes

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Stilbenes

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Thunalbene

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Activities

Coelogyne cantonensis has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Antitumor.

Antibacterial

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Antioxidant

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Antitumor

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

Preparations

Coelogyne cantonensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include active extract.

Active extract

1. Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)