Phalaenopsis wilsonii: a new addition to the orchid flora of Manipur, India

Authors

  • Ngasheppam Malemnganbi Chanu Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.
  • Thongam Nourenpai Khanganba Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.
  • Thongam Biseshwori Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9198.17.1.26431-26434

Keywords:

Biodiversity, conservation, Epiphytic, identification, Mao, morphology, new distribution report, northeastern India, Orchidaceae, taxonomy

Abstract

Phalaenopsis is a well-known Orchidaceae genus with significant ornamental value. There are eight Phalaenopsis species already reported in Manipur (India), with inclusion of Phalaenopsis wilsonii Rolfe as a new addition for the state, the species richness rises to nine. The species was found blooming during an orchid survey at Mao, Senapati District of Manipur. Description of the plant with detailed coloured images and distribution is presented.

Author Biographies

Ngasheppam Malemnganbi Chanu, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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Thongam Nourenpai Khanganba, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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Thongam Biseshwori, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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26-01-2025

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Vol. 17 No. 1 (2025)

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