Daphniphyllum longeracemosum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Daphniphyllum himalense var. longeracemosum

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Saxifragales and placed in the family Daphniphyllaecae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Daphniphyllum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning across several regions in Asia. In China, it can be found growing throughout the South-Central territories. Additionally, the species is present within the Southeast regions of China. Its range also extends into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, it is documented to grow within the borders of Vietnam.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Daphniphyllum longeracemosum is characterized by its preference for specific altitudinal gradients within montane ecosystems. This species is predominantly found in mid-to-high altitude habitats, occupying a defined elevational range that begins at a minimum of 1000 m AMSL. The distribution of the plant typically centers around a mean elevation of 1400 m AMSL, indicating a specialized niche within its environmental landscape. The upper limits of its ecological tolerance extend to a maximum elevation of 1800 m AMSL, suggesting that it is adapted to the specific climatic and soil conditions prevalent in these montane zones.

Elevational range max:

1800 m AMSL

Elevational range mean:

1400 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

1000 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Daphniphyllum longeraceamosum is characterized by its status as a perennial species, meaning it persists through multiple growing seasons rather than completing its life cycle in a single year. As a perennial, the plant undergoes repeated cycles of vegetative growth and reproductive development, allowing it to establish a stable presence within its ecological niche. This long-term survival strategy enables the plant to invest energy into robust structural development and more significant reproductive efforts over time, ensuring its continued persistence in its natural habitat.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Daphniphyllum longeraceosom is characterized by its stature and structural composition as a woody tree. This plant exhibits a significant growth form, typically reaching a mean height of 16 meters, though its vertical dimension can vary from a minimum of 12 meters to a maximum of 20 meters. As a self-supporting woody species, it maintains a robust and upright structural integrity without the need for climbing mechanisms.

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

tree

Plant height max:

20 m

Plant height mean:

16 m

Plant height min:

12 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiological characteristics of Daphniphyllum longeraceosum are notably defined by its foliar morphology, which serves as a primary indicator of its vegetative development and photosynthetic capacity. The leaf dimensions exhibit significant variability, reflecting adaptive growth patterns within its environment. The plant's leaf length typically fluctuates around a mean value of 21 cm, with recorded minimum lengths of 16 cm and reaching a maximum potential of 26 cm. Complementing this longitudinal growth is the leaf width, which demonstrates a mean measurement of 7.5 cm. The width of the foliage is subject to a range of developmental scales, spanning from a minimum of 6 cm to a maximum of 9 cm. These morphological parameters suggest a robust surface area designed to optimize light interception and gas exchange, essential for the metabolic processes of this medicinal species.

Leaf length max:

26 cm

Leaf length mean:

21 cm

Leaf length min:

16 cm

Leaf width max:

9 cm

Leaf width mean:

7.5 cm

Leaf width min:

6 cm

Reproduction

The reproduction of Daphniphyllum longeraceamosum culminates in the development of distinct fleshy fruits that serve as the primary mechanism for seed dispersal. These fruits exhibit a measurable range of dimensions, characterized by a minimum length of 1.5 cm and a maximum length of reaching up to 2 cm. On average, the fruit length is recorded at 1.75 cm, reflecting a consistent morphological pattern during the maturation process. These reproductive structures are vital to the plant's life cycle, ensuring the successful distribution of progeny across its natural habitat.

Fruit length max:

2 cm

Fruit length mean:

1.75 cm

Fruit length min:

1.5 cm

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Daphniphyllum longeracemosum has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, stem.

Leaf

1. Journal of natural products

Stem

1. Journal of natural products

Chemicals

Daphniphyllum longeracemosum has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Daphnicyclidin D, Daphnilongeranin A, Daphnilongeranin B, Daphniphylline, Deoxyisocalyciphylline B.

Daphnicyclidin D

1. Journal of natural products

Daphnilongeranin A

1. Journal of natural products

Daphnilongeranin B

1. Journal of natural products

Daphniphylline

1. Journal of natural products

Deoxyisocalyciphylline B

1. Journal of natural products

Longistylumphylline A

1. Journal of natural products