Description
                        
                            Pinalia elata (also called the Elongated Pinalia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in grassy meadows and open forests. It has a single, fleshy, ovate leaf and a single, erect flower spike with up to 30 white flowers.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Pinalia elata has a yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.                        
                     
                                
                
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Pinalia elata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is also tolerant of salt spray and can be grown in coastal areas. It is often used as a hedge or screen plant.