Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
futago
ID:
1317837

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.W.Gale & T.Yukawa

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 423 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330291

Common Names

  • Nervilia futago
  • Futago Nervilia
  • Futago

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Description

Nervilia futago (also called Nervilia aragoana, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South East Asia. It has a woody stem and can grow up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Nervilia futago is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and as an antiseptic. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nervilia futago has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nervilia futago is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Nervilia futago

Nervilia futago is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Nervilia futago FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nervilia futago?

Nervilia futago

What is the common name of Nervilia futago?

Futago Nervilia

What is the natural habitat of Nervilia futago?

Nervilia futago is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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

Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.
Stephan W. Gale: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.W.Gale' in the authors string.