Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
brevilobata
ID:
1324249

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.S.Leou, C.L.Yeh & S.W.Gale

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 31: 403 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336703

Common Names

  • Nervilia brevilobata
  • Brevilobata Nervilia
  • Brevilobata's Nervilia

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Description

Nervilia brevilobata (also called Short-lobed Nervilia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small plant, growing up to 30 cm in height, with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Nervilia brevilobata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to create natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nervilia brevilobata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nervilia brevilobata is a slow-growing perennial that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Nervilia brevilobata

Nervilia brevilobata is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical forests, often near streams.

Nervilia brevilobata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nervilia brevilobata?

Nervilia brevilobata

What type of plant is Nervilia brevilobata?

It is a type of orchid

Where is Nervilia brevilobata native to?

It is native to India

Species in the Nervilia genus

Nervilia acuminata, Nervilia adolphi, Nervilia affinis, Nervilia ballii, Nervilia bandana, Nervilia beumeei, Nervilia bicarinata, Nervilia borneensis, Nervilia concolor, Nervilia cumberlegei, Nervilia dilatata, Nervilia falcata, Nervilia fordii, Nervilia fuerstenbergiana, Nervilia gammieana, Nervilia gleadowii, Nervilia grandiflora, Nervilia hirsuta, Nervilia hispida, Nervilia holochila, Nervilia hookeriana, Nervilia ignobilis, Nervilia infundibulifolia, Nervilia jacksoniae, Nervilia juliana, Nervilia khasiana, Nervilia kotschyi, Nervilia lanyuensis, Nervilia leguminosarum, Nervilia lilacea, Nervilia mackinnonii, Nervilia macroglossa, Nervilia macrophylla, Nervilia maculata, Nervilia maliana, Nervilia nipponica, Nervilia oxyglossa, Nervilia palawensis, Nervilia pallidiflora, Nervilia pectinata, Nervilia peltata, Nervilia petaloidea, Nervilia petraea, Nervilia platychila, Nervilia plicata, Nervilia punctata, Nervilia renschiana, Nervilia sciaphila, Nervilia seranica, Nervilia shirensis,

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

Chong Sheng Leou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Leou' in the authors string.
Stephan W. Gale: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.W.Gale' in the authors string.
Ching Long Yeh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Yeh' in the authors string.