Coelogyne kouytcheensis
Coelogyne kouytcheensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Coelogyne kouytcheensis, is a captivating orchid species native to specialized forest habitats. While primarily valued by botanists and orchid enthusiasts for its unique floral morphology, this plant represents the diverse botanical heritage used in traditional ecological studies to understand the complex medicinal potential of tropical flora.
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Entire Plant · Herba
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Pholidota Kouytcheensis · Pholidota Yunnanensis · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Coelogyne kouytcheensisSynonyms
- Pholidota kouytcheensis
- Pholidota yunnanensis
- Coelogyne rolfei
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Asparagales. Finally, it is a member of the family Orchidaceae, specifically falling under 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 |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range of occurrence across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, its distribution is primarily concentrated in the South-Central and Southeast areas. The species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found in the country of Laos. Additionally, it is documented as growing within the borders of Vietnam. Together, these locations define the natural geographical footprint of Coelogyne kouytcheensis.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Coelogyne kouytcheensis, is characterized by its specific morphological structure where the medicinal properties are often associated with the entire plant. As an epiphytic orchid, its herba consists of a complex system of pseudobulbs and specialized leaves that allow it to thrive in its natural habitat. When preparing traditional remedies, practitioners frequently utilize the entire plant to ensure a complete profile of its bioactive compounds.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| entire plant | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| herba | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Coelogyne kouytcheensis has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, Cycloneolitsol, dihydrophenanthrenes, n-Nonacosane, n-dotriacontanoic acid.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cycloneolitsol | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dihydrophenanthrenes | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-Nonacosane | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-dotriacontanoic acid | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-octacostyl ferulate | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |