Dactylorhiza viridis var. virescens
Dactylorhiza viridis var. virescens, commonly known as Green Finger Orchid, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique bioactive properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this variety is prized in traditional herbalism for its potential therapeutic applications, offering a fascinating subject for both botanical study and natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Dactylorhiza viridis var. virescens
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Asparagales and is a member of the Orchidaceae family. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Dactylorhiza.
| 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 geographical range concentrated within the temperate regions of East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is documented across several key territories, including Kamchatka and the Kuril Islands. It is also found within the Primorye region and on the island of Sakhalin. Beyond the Russian borders, the species extends its distribution into the Manchuria region of China. Collectively, these locations define the distinct ecological niche where this medicinal variety thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Kamchatka | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Subarctic America | Aleutian Is. | WCVP |
| Subarctic America | Alaska | WCVP |