Larix gmelinii var. olgensis
Larix gmeliinii var. olgensis, commonly known as the Gmelin larch, is a resilient coniferous species native to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned for its unique ecological adaptations, this variety holds significant medicinal potential, offering bioactive compounds traditionally utilized in folk remedies to support respiratory health and overall systemic wellness.
- Scientific name: Larix gmelinii var. olgensis
- Family: Pinaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Pinidae and the order Pinales, it is a member of the family Pinaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Larix as the variety gmelinii var. olgensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Pinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Larix | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions of the northern hemisphere. In Northern Europe, its presence is specifically noted in Denmark and Sweden. Moving toward the eastern part of the continent, it can be found in the Russian Far East within the Primorye region. Its range extends further into China, where it is documented in the Manchuria area. Finally, the species is also distributed throughout Eastern Asia, specifically within Korea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Activities
Larix gmelinii var. olgensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |