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Local Name The Insect-Bearing Pelatanthera
Botanical Name Pelatantheria insectifera (Rchb.f.) Ridl
Common Name The Insect-Bearing Pelatanthera
Family Orchidaceae
Distribution It is found in humid, tropical, and subtropical environments across Odisha, various parts of India, and several Southeast Asian countries.
Habit Epiphyte
Short Description It is a small epiphytic orchid, notable for its unique, insect-like flowers that resemble small, delicate creatures.
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Descriptions

It is an epiphytic orchid having a compact, branching growth habit with slender, elongated stems that produce numerous aerial roots. The leaves are small, fleshy, and oblong, arranged alternately along the stem. The flowers are small and intricately shaped, resembling insects, which is reflected in its species name "insectifera." with a combination of white, yellow, and red hues, and have a distinctive lip.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

June - September

Use(s)

Its extracts and infusions have been used for their potential anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.