Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nicobaricus
ID:
217732

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.P.Balakr. & Chakr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 20: 80 (1978 publ. 1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217061



Common Names

  • Anoectochilus nicobaricus
  • Nicobar Jewel Orchid
  • Nicobar Jewel Orchid


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Description

Anoectochilus nicobaricus (also called Nicobar Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to the Nicobar Islands, and can be found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus nicobaricus is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves and flowers are used to make herbal teas. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes, cosmetics, and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anoectochilus nicobaricus has small, white, tubular flowers with four petals and a four-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus nicobaricus is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered area to protect it from strong winds.

Where to Find Anoectochilus nicobaricus

Anoectochilus nicobaricus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Nicobar Islands. It is found in moist, shady habitats, often in forests.

Anoectochilus nicobaricus FAQ

What is the common name of Anoectochilus nicobaricus?

Nicobar Jewel Orchid

What is the scientific name of Nicobar Jewel Orchid?

Anoectochilus nicobaricus

What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus nicobaricus?

Tropical forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10214: Based on the initial data import
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
Paritosh Chakraborty (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chakr.' in the authors string.