Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ratis
ID:
1325327

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.P.Lin & Y.N.Chang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 260 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337781

Common Names

  • Nervilia ratis
  • Nervilia
  • Ratis

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Description

Nervilia ratis (also called Rat's Nervilia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia. It grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nervilia ratis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nervilia ratis has white flowers with yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nervilia ratis is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Plant the divisions in a shallow trench and cover with soil. Water well and keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Nervilia ratis

Nervilia ratis is native to the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. It can be found in lowland and montane forests.

Nervilia ratis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nervilia ratis?

Nervilia ratis

What is the family of Nervilia ratis?

Orchidaceae

Where is Nervilia ratis found?

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

Tsan Piao Lin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Lin' in the authors string.
Yan Ni Chang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.N.Chang' in the authors string.