Malus delavayi
Malus delavayi, commonly known as Delavay's apple, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to high-altitude regions of China. Renowned for its antioxidant properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional practices to support respiratory health and promote cellular vitality, offering a unique botanical resource for natural healing and wellness.
- Scientific name: Malus delavayi
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Malus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Malus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Malus delavayi, is referred to by the common name 云南多依 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 云南多依 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found in the specific regional landscapes of China. Its natural habitat is concentrated within the South-Central part of the country. Within this vast territory, the species thrives in local ecosystems unique to that area. Consequently, its geographical footprint is quite localized to these particular Chinese provinces. Therefore, understanding its presence requires focusing on the South-Central Chinese distribution.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Activities
Malus delavayi has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |