Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Nervilia

Species:

Nervilia palawensis

USDA Symbol:

NEPA2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

green, white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to forest understory environments