Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
1327476

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Wong & Sugumaran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 147: 217 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339930

Common Names

  • Utania Nervosa
  • Nervosa Utania
  • Nervous Utania

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Description

Utania nervosa (also called Nervous Utania, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and forest margins at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It has a single, erect stem with two lanceolate leaves and a single, terminal flower.

Uses & Benefits

Utania nervosa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Utania nervosa is a white-cream coloured spike, with each individual flower having five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black colour. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utania nervosa is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Utania nervosa

Utania nervosa can be found in India.

Utania nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utania nervosa?

Utania nervosa

What are the common names of Utania nervosa?

Nervous Utania

Where is Utania nervosa native to?

Australia

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
M. Sugumaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugumaran' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77140740-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.