Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ottonis
ID:
252523

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Millsp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bahama Fl. : 94 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251855

Common Names

  • Nidema ottonis
  • Otton's Nidema
  • Nidema

Searching for Nidema ottonis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Nidema boothii australis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Nidema boothii triandrum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Nidema ottonis triandrum (Schltr.) Nir [unknown]
  • Encyclia ottonis (Rchb.f.) Pabst [unknown]
  • Epidendrum ottonis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Nidema ottonis triandrum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Nidema ottonis (also called Ottonis Nidema, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and shrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m. The plant has an upright stem and a single leaf. The flowers are white and yellow in color and have a sweet scent.

Uses & Benefits

Nidema ottonis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nidema ottonis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

Searching for Nidema ottonis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Nidema ottonis is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It is best propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces and then planted in separate pots. When propagating by seed, the seed should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, warm location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Nidema ottonis

Nidema ottonis can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia, in the Kimberley region.

Nidema ottonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nidema ottonis?

Nidema ottonis

What type of plant is Nidema ottonis?

It is a shrub

Where is Nidema ottonis native to?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Nidema genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-135473: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Charles Frederick Millspaugh (1854-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Millsp.' in the authors string.