Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Taeniophyllum alwisii
- Genus
- Taeniophyllum
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Habit
- Herb
- Habitat
- Evergreen and shola forests
- Habitat type
- Forest
- Distribution
- India, Sri Lanka
- Flowering & fruiting
- September-March
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Leaf characters
- Arrangement
- Alternate
Typical of the Orchidaceae family — a field-mark hint, not measured for this exact species.
Flower & fruit characters
Typical of the Orchidaceae family — flowering plants only; individual species can differ.
About Taeniophyllum alwisii
Taeniophyllum alwisii is a herb belonging to the Orchidaceae family (Orchid family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate/opposite simple leaves, spike/raceme/panicle flower clusters, capsule with dust seeds fruit. It is typically found in evergreen and shola forests. It occurs across India, Sri Lanka. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during September-March.
Orchidaceae
Orchid family
Taeniophyllum alwisii belongs to the Orchidaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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