Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nandanensis
ID:
1333066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Feng Huang & X.C.Qu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 33: 572 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345520



Common Names

  • Anoectochilus nandanensis
  • Nandanensis Anoectochilus
  • Nandanensis Jewel Orchid


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Description

Anoectochilus nandanensis (also called Nandan anoectochilus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in shady, moist areas. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a single, large, green, heart-shaped leaf at the top. The flower is small and white, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus nandanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anoectochilus nandanensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are borne on tall stems. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus nandanensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Anoectochilus nandanensis

Anoectochilus nandanensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Anoectochilus nandanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus nandanensis?

Anoectochilus nandanensis

What type of plant is Anoectochilus nandanensis?

Orchid

Where is Anoectochilus nandanensis found?

India

Species in the Anoectochilus genus

Anoectochilus albolineatus, Anoectochilus albomarginatus, Anoectochilus brevilabris, Anoectochilus burmannicus, Anoectochilus calcareus, Anoectochilus elatus, Anoectochilus emeiensis, Anoectochilus flavescens, Anoectochilus formosanus, Anoectochilus geniculata, Anoectochilus imitans, Anoectochilus insignis, Anoectochilus integrilabris, Anoectochilus kinabaluensis, Anoectochilus koshunensis, Anoectochilus longicalcaratus, Anoectochilus lylei, Anoectochilus nicobaricus, Anoectochilus papuanus, Anoectochilus pectinatus, Anoectochilus pingbianensis, Anoectochilus regalis, Anoectochilus reinwardtii, Anoectochilus roxburghii, Anoectochilus sandvicensis, Anoectochilus setaceus, Anoectochilus subregularis, Anoectochilus yatesae, Anoectochilus zhejiangensis, Anoectochilus baotingensis, Anoectochilus klabatensis, Anoectochilus narasimhanii, Anoectochilus rhombilabius, Anoectochilus sumatranus, Anoectochilus xingrenensis, Anoectochilus dewildeorum, Anoectochilus falconis, Anoectochilus monicae, Anoectochilus annamensis, Anoectochilus papillosus, Anoectochilus hainanensis, Anoectochilus malipoensis, Anoectochilus sanguineus, Anoectochilus dulongensis, Anoectochilus nandanensis,

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

Yun Feng Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Feng Huang' in the authors string.
Xin‐Cheng Qu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.C.Qu' in the authors string.