Dodecadenia grandiflora
Dodecadenia grandiflora, commonly known as the large-flowered dodecadenia, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its unique therapeutic properties. Renowned for its vibrant blooms, this species is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to support holistic wellness, offering a fascinating intersection of botanical beauty and potent natural healing potential.
- Scientific name: Dodecadenia grandiflora
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Dodecadenia grandiflora, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Laurales. Finally, it is a member of the family Lauraceae within the genus Dodecadenia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dodecadenia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Dodecadenia grandiflora, is known by several different names depending on the regional language and script used. In Chinese, it is referred to as 单花木姜子 (zh), which is specifically written as 单花木姜子 in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and as 單花木橿子 in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 单花木姜子 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 单花木姜子 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 單花木橿子 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is noted specifically within the South-Central areas and the high-altitude terrains of Tibet. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species can be found growing in the lush landscapes of Assam. It also inhabits parts of Bangladesh, contributing to its regional diversity. Finally, the plant is well-established within the unique ecological zone of the East Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dodecadenia grandiflora, possesses distinct morphological features, most notably its leaves which serve as a primary component of its structure. These leaves are typically arranged along the stem and play a crucial role in the plant's physiological processes, contributing to its overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dodecadenia grandiflora has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihyperglycemic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dodecadenia grandiflora has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antihyperglycemic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |