Big white-egret flower
Habenaria dentata
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Overview
Habenaria dentata is a species of orchid native to the Himalaya, China, India, Indochina, Thailand, Myanmar, Bhutan, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan. It has many common names, including, the Toothed Habenaria, Dai-Sagi-So, Seitaka-sagi-s, Mao Yu Feng Hua, Wan khao nieo, and Ueang khao tok.
The Big white-egret flower faces significant threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its range. Overcollection for ornamental and medicinal purposes, combined with the species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow habitat preferences, has led to population declines in many areas.
Habitat
This terrestrial orchid inhabits moist grasslands, open woodlands, and forest margins at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils with seasonal moisture patterns, often in areas that experience distinct wet and dry seasons.
Other threatened species in Orchidaceae
Frequently asked questions
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