Description
Oberonia glandulifera (also called the Glandular Oberonia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It is found growing in moist forests and meadows at elevations of 1000-3000 meters. It has a single, thin, upright stem and a single, large, white flower with yellowish-green stripes.
Uses & Benefits
Oberonia glandulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs and colds, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oberonia glandulifera has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips and yellowish-green sepals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.