Dendrobium thyrsiflorum
Dendrobium thyrsiflorum, commonly known as a medicinal orchid, is a significant species in traditional herbal practices. Valued for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues and inflammation. Its therapeutic potential continues to attract scientific interest for developing new pharmacological treatments.
- Scientific name: Dendrobium thyrsiflorum
- 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 a member of the Orchidaceae family. Its specific classification is placed within the genus Dendrobium, where it is known as Dendrobium thyrsiflorum.
| 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 thyrsiflorum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Simplified Chinese (zh-hans), Traditional Chinese (zh-hant), Cantonese (zh-hk), and Standard Chinese (zh), it is referred to as 球花石斛, while in Vietnamese (vi), it is known as Thủy tiên vàng.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 球花石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 球花石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 球花石斛 | Wikidata |
| vi | Thủy tiên vàng | Wikidata |
| zh | 球花石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 球花石斛 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 球花石斛 | Wikidata |
| az | Callista thyrsiflora | Wikidata |
| az | Dendrobium densiflorum var. alboluteum | Wikidata |
| az | Dendrobium galliceanum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found specifically within the South-Central areas. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it inhabits Assam and the East Himalaya. Additionally, the species is present within the Indo-China region. Specifically, it grows in the countries of Laos and Myanmar.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dendrobium thyrsiiflorum, exhibits specialized morphological features characteristic of epiphytic orchids. Its stems are typically elongated and pseudobulbous, serving as vital storage organs for water and nutrients to ensure survival during dry periods. The roots are adventitious and possess a specialized velamen layer, which allows the plant to effectively absorb moisture and anchor itself firmly to its host substrate. Additionally, the leaves are arranged along the stems, providing the necessary surface area for photosynthesis to fuel the plant's growth and medicinal potency.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dendrobium thyrsiflorum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumarins, flavonoid, polysaccharide.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumarins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polysaccharide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |