Papilionanthe teres
Papilionanthe teres, commonly known as a species of orchid, is a captivating tropical plant valued for its striking aesthetic. While primarily ornamental, its unique biological properties offer intriguing potential in traditional herbal studies. This introduction explores its botanical characteristics, natural habitat, and the growing interest in its medicinal applications.
- Scientific name: Papilionanthe teres
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asparagales, it is classified under the family Orchidaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Papilionanthe.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Papilionanthe | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. In China, it is specifically found within the South-Central territories. Its range extends into Eastern Asia, where it is documented in Taiwan. Within the Indian Subcontinent, the species is located in Assam and throughout Bangladesh. Additionally, it can be found growing in the mountainous terrain of the East Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Activities
Papilionanthe teres 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |