Pyrrosia piloselloides
Pyrrosia piloselloides, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a specialized plant valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Found in specific ecological niches, it offers significant therapeutic potential in traditional healing. Understanding its bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its future applications in modern pharmacological research and natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Pyrrosia piloselloides
- Family: Polypodiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Polypodiales, falling into the family Polypodiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Pyrrosiia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae | WCVP |
| Order | Polypodiales | WCVP |
| Family | Polypodiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pyrrosia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pyrrosiia piloselloides, is known by various regional common names across different languages and cultures. In Chinese, it is referred to as 抱树莲, a name used in both simplified form (抱树莲) and traditional form (抱樹蓮). In Malaysia, it is commonly called Duit-duit, while in Sundanese, the plant is known as Paku duduitan.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 抱树莲 | Wikidata |
| ms | Duit-duit | Wikidata |
| su | Paku duduitan | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 抱树莲 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 抱樹蓮 | Wikidata |
| gor | Olu'upo | Wikidata |
| ms | Sakat ribu-ribu | Wikidata |
| ms | Sisik naga | Wikidata |
| ms | Paku Sakat Ribu-ribu | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its presence extends further east into Japan, which is part of the Eastern Asia region. Additionally, the species is located within the Indian Subcontinent, specifically in Assam. These various locations highlight the diverse environmental range inhabited by Pyrrosiia piloselloides.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pyrrosiia piloselloides, is characterized primarily by its distinct leaves, which serve as a key identification feature for the species. These leaves are typically arranged in a way that reflects the plant's growth habit, often appearing basal or distributed along the stem depending on the specific stage of development. In many medicinal contexts, the morphological characteristics of the leaves, such as their shape, texture, and margins, are essential for ensuring the correct botanical identification required for therapeutic use.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |