Cymbidium
Cymbidium, commonly known as boat orchids, is a diverse genus celebrated for its elegant, long-lasting blooms. While primarily prized as ornamental houseplants, various species hold significant roles in traditional medicine. They are often utilized in herbal practices to support respiratory health and balance vital energies within the body.
- Scientific name: Cymbidium
- 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. Within the order Asparagales, it is classified under the family Orchidaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Cymbidium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cymbidium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cymbidium, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic and cultural context. In English, it is most frequently referred to as a cymbidium orchid, while in Chinese, it is known as 兰 (lán). In Japanese, the plant is called 蘭 (ran), and in Korean, it is called 난초 (nancho).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across various regions of China. It is widely distributed throughout the South-Central and North-Central parts of the country. Additionally, its presence can be found in the tropical environment of Hainan. The species also thrives within the Southeast regions of the nation. Finally, its geographical reach extends into the high-altitude areas of Tibet.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cymbidium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include NaCl, abscisic acid (ABA), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2).
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| NaCl | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abscisic acid (ABA) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |