Dendrobium huoshanense
Dendrobium huoshanense, commonly known as a species of climbing orchid, is a prized medicinal plant in traditional practices. Native to specific mountainous regions, it is highly valued for its bioactive compounds. Often utilized in herbal formulations, it is believed to support vitality and promote overall wellness through holistic applications.
- Scientific name: Dendrobium huoshanense
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, it is a member of the Orchidaceae family. Within this family, it is specifically categorized under the genus Dendrobium.
| 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, Dendrobium huoshanense, is known by several common names depending on the linguistic context, though they remain consistent across different Chinese dialects. In Mandarin Chinese, it is referred to as 霍山石斛 (zh), and specifically in Mainland China, it is called 霍山石斛 (zh-cn). Similarly, in Taiwan, the common name used is 霍山石斛 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 霍山石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 霍山石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 霍山石斛 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific environmental regions of China. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the Southeast portion of the country. Within this territory, it thrives in the unique climates characteristic of the southeastern provinces. This localized distribution highlights its reliance on the particular ecological conditions found in that area. Consequently, the geographical range of Dendrobium huoshanense remains restricted to these southeastern Chinese landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dendrobium huoshanense, is a lithophytic or epiphytic orchid characterized by its specialized anatomical structures. The stems of the plant are typically thickened and succulent, functioning as the primary stem structure for water and nutrient storage. Beneath the surface or adhering to its substrate, the roots develop a robust network to ensure stability and absorption, with each individual root playing a vital role in anchoring the organism. Completing its morphology, the leaves are arranged to maximize photosynthetic efficiency, providing the energy necessary for the plant's survival in its natural habitat.- Total parts
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 20
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stem | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem cell walls | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mucilage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| annual shoots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dendrobium huoshanense has 47 reported phytochemicals identified across 66 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, glucose, mannose, polysaccharide, galactose.
- Total chemicals
- 47
- Scientific sources
- 66
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 9 | ★★★★☆ |
| glucose | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mannose | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| polysaccharide | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| galactose | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| 4-allyl-2,6-dimethoxyphenyl glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Co | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fe | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glc | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Jasmonic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dendrobium huoshanense has 7 reported activities identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antitumor, Gastroprotective, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gastroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dendrobium huoshanense has 24 reported medicinal uses identified across 26 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, neuroinflammation, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, abiotic stress.
- Total uses
- 24
- Scientific sources
- 26
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuroinflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Parkinson's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abiotic stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apoptosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atherosclerosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blood glucose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cognitive dysfunction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |