Oreorchis nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
261155
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Pearce & P.J.Cribb
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
J. Orchid Soc. India 10: 8 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260487
Common Names
- Oreorchis nepalensis
- Nepalensis Oreorchis
- Nepalese Oreorchis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oreorchis nepalensis (also called 'Nepalese Orchid' and 'Nepalese Mountain Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the mountains of Nepal, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oreorchis nepalensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oreorchis nepalensis is yellow-green in colour and has three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with yellow-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oreorchis nepalensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. The seeds should germinate in two to three weeks. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Oreorchis nepalensis
Oreorchis nepalensis can be found in the tropical forests of Nepal.
Oreorchis nepalensis FAQ
What is the common name of Oreorchis nepalensis?
Nepalese Oreorchis
What is the natural habitat of Oreorchis nepalensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
What is the size of Oreorchis nepalensis?
It can reach up to 30 cm in height.
Species in the Oreorchis genus
Oreorchis angustata, Oreorchis aurantiaca, Oreorchis bilamellata, Oreorchis discigera, Oreorchis erythrochrysea, Oreorchis fargesii, Oreorchis foliosa, Oreorchis indica, Oreorchis micrantha, Oreorchis nana, Oreorchis nepalensis, Oreorchis oligantha, Oreorchis parvula, Oreorchis patens, Oreorchis porphyranthes, Oreorchis sanguinea, Oreorchis yachangensis,
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-143691: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Nicholas Pearce: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Pearce' in the authors string.