Dendrolobium lanceolatum
Dendrolobium lanceolatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dendrolobium lanceolatum, is a remarkable orchid species prized in traditional medicine. Native to tropical forest ecosystems, this plant is frequently utilized for its potent bioactive compounds. Researchers study its unique properties to explore potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing various inflammatory and restorative health conditions.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dendrolobium lanceolatumDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions in Asia. In China, it can be found in the Hainan province as well as throughout China Southeast. Its range extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it is documented in Cambodia. Furthermore, the species is known to grow within the borders of Laos. Finally, it is also distributed across various parts of Thailand.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| Indo-China | Cambodia |
| Indo-China | Laos |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Dendrolobium lanceolatum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Journal of natural products
Conditions
Dendrolobium lanceolatum has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancer.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cancer
- Journal of natural products