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Coelogyne cristata

Crested coelogyne

Coelogyne cristata, commonly known as a delicate orchid species, is a captivating plant prized for its unique floral structures. While primarily celebrated in ornamental horticulture for its aesthetic elegance, its traditional use in herbal medicine highlights its diverse biological properties, offering intriguing potential for holistic wellness and botanical studies.

  • Scientific name: Coelogyne cristata
  • 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. It is further classified within the order Asparagales and the family Orchidaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identification is placed within the genus Coelogyne.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Asparagales WCVP
Family Orchidaceae WCVP
Genus Coelogyne WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Coelogyne cristata, is referred to by various common names across different languages and cultures. In Vietnam, it is called Thanh đạm mào, while in Finland, it goes by the name lumikuningatar. Swedish speakers call it Snödrottningorkidé, and in Chinese, it is known as 贝母兰. Furthermore, it is identified as harjakas torukäpp in Estonia.
Language Common Name Source
vi Thanh đạm mào Wikidata
fi lumikuningatar Wikidata
sv Snödrottningorkidé Wikidata
zh 贝母兰 Wikidata
et harjakas torukäpp Wikidata
zh-hans 贝母兰 Wikidata
zh-cn 贝母兰 Wikidata
ja セロジネ・クリスタータ Wikidata
ne चाँदीगाभा Wikidata
es Coelogyne cristata f hololeuca Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it is specifically documented to grow in the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Its range extends significantly into the Indian Subcontinent, where it can be found in Assam and throughout the East Himalaya. Additionally, the species is present in the neighboring country of Bangladesh. Finally, its natural habitat also encompasses the mountainous terrain of Nepal.

Region Area Source
China Tibet WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Assam WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh WCVP
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Nepal WCVP
Indian Subcontinent West Himalaya WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Coelogyne cristata, is a miniature epiphytic orchid characterized by its distinct morphological structures. Its growth is supported by fleshy, somewhat compressed pseudobulbs that serve as essential storage organs for water and nutrients, allowing the plant to withstand periods of dryness. Emerging from these pseudobulbs are the leaves, which are typically small, relatively thin, and arranged in a way that complements its compact growth habit.
Total parts
2
Scientific sources
2
Plant Part Sources Confidence
pseudobulbs 1 ★☆☆☆☆
leaves 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Coelogyne cristata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coelogin.

Total chemicals
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Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
coelogin 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Coelogyne cristata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.

Total activities
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Antimicrobial 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Coelogyne cristata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include post menopausal osteoporosis.

Total uses
1
Scientific sources
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Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
post menopausal osteoporosis 1 ★☆☆☆☆