Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
singularis
ID:
477796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 484 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477128



Common Names

  • Showy Nicolaia
  • Speciosa Nicolaia
  • Showy Nicolaia Plant


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Description

Nicolaia speciosa (also called showy nicolaia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is an epiphyte, which grows on trees in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala savannarum is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. It can be used as a groundcover in shady areas, and its leaves can be used in flower arrangements. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, removing toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nicolaia speciosa has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small, with delicate green foliage.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nicolaia speciosa is an easy-to-grow houseplant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil. It should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Nevillea singularis

Nicolaia speciosa is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest region of the country.

Nevillea singularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nevillea singularis?

Nevillea singularis

What is the common name of Nevillea singularis?

Singular Nevillea

What type of plant is Nevillea singularis?

Tropical Bromeliad

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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