Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavestro
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Internet Orchid Sp. Photo Encycl. Nomencl. Notes 5(2): 1 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330759
Common Names
- Nervilia Multinervis
- Nervilia
- Fairy Fan Orchid
Description
Nervilia multinervis (also called Nervilia, among many other common names) is an orchid native to tropical Asia. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Nervilia multinervis is a popular houseplant and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nervilia multinervis is yellow with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nervilia multinervis is a tropical orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining, bark-based potting mix. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Nervilia multinervis
Nervilia multinervis is native to the island of Palawan in the Philippines.
Nervilia multinervis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nervilia multinervis?
Nervilia multinervis
What is the natural habitat of Nervilia multinervis?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the growth habit of Nervilia multinervis?
A perennial herb
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
William Cavestro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavestro' in the authors string.