Dendrobium findlayanum
Dendrobium findlayanum, commonly known as a species of epiphytic orchid, holds significant value in traditional medicine. Native to specific tropical regions, this plant is prized for its bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized in herbal formulations to support respiratory health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Dendrobium findlayanum
- 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 is ordered under Asparagales and is a member of the Orchidaceae family. It is specifically categorized under the genus Dendrobium, identifying it as the species Dendrobium findlayanum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dendrobium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Dendrobium findleyanum, is recognized by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is referred to as 棒节石斛 (zh-hans), 棒節石斛 (zh-hant), 棒節石斛 (zh-hk), and 棒节石斛 (zh). In Basque, its name is recorded as Dendrobium findleyanum (ast).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 棒节石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 棒節石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 棒節石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh | 棒节石斛 | Wikidata |
| ast | Dendrobium findleyanum | Wikidata |
| ga | Dendrobium findleyanum | Wikidata |
| ro | Dendrobium findleyanum | Wikidata |
| pt | Dendrobium findleyanum | Wikidata |
| pl | Dendrobium findleyanum | Wikidata |
| sq | Dendrobium findleyanum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within East and Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is noted throughout the South-Central regions. The species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found in Laos. Furthermore, it inhabits various parts of Myanmar and Thailand within the same territory. Finally, its range completes its Indo-China coverage in the country of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dendrobium findlayanum, is an epiphytic orchid characterized by its unique structural morphology, particularly in its stems. The stems serve as the primary vegetative axis, functioning as pseudobulbs that are thickened and fleshy to facilitate the storage of water and essential nutrients. These specialized stems are crucial for the plant's survival in its natural habitat, providing the necessary hydration and structural support to sustain the growth of leaves and flowers during periods of environmental stress.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dendrobium findlayanum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-hydroxydendrobine, dendrobine.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hydroxydendrobine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dendrobine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dendrobium findlayanum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |