MWD3- Men's Woody 3 - Cinnamon Valley
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Native Singaporean Orchid notes: Lycaste Aromatica
Lycaste aromatica, a deciduous orchid used in Woody 3 (Men) for a team-building perfume workshop, stands out with its leafless pseudobulbs and broad, pleated leaves. Its large, triangular flowers are known for their waxy texture and spicy fragrance resembling cinnamon and clove. In the workshop, Lycaste aromatica likely enriches perfumes with its distinctive scent, adding warmth and spice. Its aromatic qualities enhance the olfactory experience, making it a valuable component in creating captivating fragrances during the team-building activity.
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Therapeutic Orchid notes:
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Habenaria pectinata D. Don
Habenaria pectinata, known as Jianyeyufeng Hua in Chinese and Safed musli in Indian, is a terrestrial orchid flowering in August across temperate northeast India, Nepal, and Yunnan at altitudes around 1800 meters. Found in the Indian Himalayas near forests' edges, it serves medicinal roles in both countries. In India, its leaves treat snake bites, while tubers mixed with spices ease arthritis. Chinese use the whole plant for weak coughs, nephritis, and back pain, appreciating its therapeutic potential in traditional medicine. |
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Dactyloriza umbrosa (Kar and Kir.) Nevski
Dactylorhiza umbrosa, also called Dark Dactylorhiza or Yin Sheng Zhang Lie Lan in Chinese, is a sturdy orchid species found in temperate and sub-arctic regions of Asia, including Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern Iran. Its tubers are harvested to prepare salep, a traditional herbal drink known for its medicinal and aphrodisiac properties. In Iran, these tubers are valued for their role in salep production, highlighting the plant's cultural and medicinal significance. Sustainable harvesting practices are crucial to protect wild populations of Dactylorhiza umbrosa. |
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Liparis cordifolia Hook. f. Syn. Liparis argentopunctata Aver., Liparis keitaoensis Hayata
Liparis cordifolia, known as Silver cricket orchid or Xinyeyangersuan in Chinese, holds medicinal importance due to its phytochemical properties. It shares alkaloids like keitaonine and keitine with related species such as Liparis keitaoensis and Liparis argentopunctata. Keitaonine, derived from 3-methoxy-malaxinic acid and laburnine, is noted in Taiwanese herbal medicine for treating abdominal pain. However, caution is advised as some alkaloids may pose health risks. Consulting a qualified herbalist or healthcare professional is recommended before using Liparis cordifolia or related plants for medicinal purposes. |
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Platanthera japonica (Thunb.) Lindl.
Platanthera japonica, also called Long distance orchid or Guanyinzhu in Chinese, is valued in traditional Chinese medicine for its medicinal benefits. The entire plant is boiled and consumed to improve circulation and aid recovery from illness or injury. In Shaanxi Province, a decoction of Platanthera japonica treats lung conditions, coughs, and phlegm, while also detoxifying and relieving toothaches and snake bites. Different forms like decoctions or poultices are used, but caution is advised due to potential side effects and interactions with medications, necessitating consultation with a qualified herbalist or healthcare provider before use. |
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Vanda concolor Blume
Vanda concolor, known as Qinchunwandai Lan in Chinese and Khao kae in Thai, is valued in Chinese traditional medicine for its detoxifying properties and its ability to eliminate dampness from the body. It is traditionally used to treat ailments such as peripheral neuritis and ulcerative swellings like carbuncles. As with all herbal medicines, caution is advised, and consultation with a qualified herbalist or healthcare professional is recommended before using Vanda concolor medicinally. Proper dosage, preparation methods, and potential side effects or interactions with other medications should be carefully considered for safe and effective use. |
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