Dactylorhiza incarnata subsp. cilicica
Dactylorhiza incarnata subsp. ciliicica, commonly known as the pink helleborine, is a delicate medicinal orchid native to specific wetland habitats. Renowned for its striking pink blooms, this subspecies is studied for its unique phytochemical properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits in traditional herbal practices and modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Dactylorhiza incarnata subsp. cilicica
- 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 and the genus Dactylorhiza. As a specific subspecies, Dactylorhiza incarnata subsp. ciliatica represents a unique botanical identity within this lineage.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dactylorhiza | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the vast landscapes of Northern and Central Asia. Within the Russian region of Siberia, it can be found in the Altai mountains and the territory of Buryatiya. Its range also extends to the eastern Siberian areas of Chita and Tuva. Beyond the Siberian borders, the species is also documented within Central Asia. Specifically, its presence is noted in the country of Kazakhstan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |