Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pectinata
ID:
252384

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 153 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251716

Common Names

  • Pectinate Nervilia
  • Comb-Like Nervilia
  • Comb-Like Nerve Orchid

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Description

Nervilia pectinata (also called Comb-like Nervilia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has an erect stem and lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Nervilia pectinata has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness. It has also been used to treat skin diseases and to improve the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nervilia pectinata are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nervilia pectinata can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It can be grown in pots and containers as well as in the garden.

Where to Find Nervilia pectinata

Nervilia pectinata is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines, and in northern Australia.

Nervilia pectinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nervilia pectinata?

Nervilia pectinata

What is the natural habitat of Nervilia pectinata?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands in India.

What are the characteristics of Nervilia pectinata?

It is a small herbaceous plant with a single stem and white flowers.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-135328: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.