Friday, July 15, 2011

Vanda Tessellata Andhra Loyola Herbal Harden

LOCATION-HERBAL GARDEN
Vanda tessellata Rox
Epiphyte on Dalbergia latifoia Rox
 
Vanda tessellata is a genus in the Orchidaceae , it is one of the most important florally.These are  mostly epiphytic. Many Vanda orchids  are endangered, because of habitat destruction.
The genus has a monopodial growth habit with leaves that are highly variable according to habitat. Some have flat, typically broad, ovoid leaves  while others have cylindrical, fleshy leaves and are adapted to dry periods. The stems of these orchids vary considerably in size; there are miniature plants and plants with a length of several meters.
There are few to many flattened flowers growing on a lateral inflorescence. Most show a yellow-brown color with brown markings, but they also appear in white, green, orange, red and burgundy shades. The lip has a small spur. Vandas usually bloom every few months and the flowers last for two to three weeks.
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES 
Plant pacifies vitiated pitta, vata, pain, arthritis, burning sensation, skin diseases, nervine weakness and in poison bites.  <!--[endif]-->
Useful part : Root, Leaves.  

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