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Lindera neesiana

Lindra neesiaana, commonly known as the Pink Lindea, is a striking evergreen shrub native to Australia. Renowned for its vibrant, bell-shaped pink flowers, this ornamental plant holds significance in traditional botanical studies. Its unique aesthetic and hardy nature make it a captivating specimen for both gardens and medicinal research.

  • Scientific name: Lindera neesiana
  • Family: Lauraceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Laurales. Finally, it is a member of the family Lauraceae within the genus Lindra.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Laurales WCVP
Family Lauraceae WCVP
Genus Lindera WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Lindera neesiana, is referred to by various names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is known as 绿叶甘橿, which is used in both simplified (zh-cn) and traditional (zh-tw) scripts as 绿叶甘橿 and 绿葉甘橿, respectively. In German, the common name used is Lindera fruticosa, and similarly, in Spanish, it is also referred to as Lindera fruticosa.
Language Common Name Source
zh 绿叶甘橿 Wikidata
zh-cn 绿叶甘橿 Wikidata
zh-tw 绿葉甘橿 Wikidata
de Lindera fruticosa Wikidata
es Lindera fruticosa Wikidata
zh 波密钓樟 Wikidata
zh 香叶子 Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of Asia. Within China, it can be found spanning from the South-Central areas to the North-Central provinces. Its presence is also noted in the Southeast regions of China, highlighting its adaptability to various climates. Additionally, the species is documented growing in the high-altitude terrains of Tibet. Finally, its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the East Himalaya region.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP
China China Southeast WCVP
China Tibet WCVP
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Nepal WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Lindea neeisiaana, is primarily valued for the therapeutic properties found within its essential oils. These volatile oils are extracted from the plant's tissues and are recognized for their potent aromatic and medicinal characteristics, which are often utilized in traditional applications for their calming or antiseptic qualities.
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