Vanda tessellata
(Roxb.) Hook. ex G. Don
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Summary
Source: WikipediaVanda tessellata (also known as Grey orchid or Checkered Vanda) is a species of orchid occurring from the Indian subcontinent to Indochina. It is a medicinal plant.
Description
A tropical orchid found in warm regions, notable for its aerial roots which can be harvested and prepared as food.
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Edible Uses
The aerial roots are roasted or burnt and eaten as a snack, particularly by children.
Traditional Uses
The aerial root is roasted or burnt and eaten by children as a snack.
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Medicinal Uses
The roots are alexiteric and antipyretic; useful in dyspepsia, bronchitis, inflammations, piles and hiccup. Externally the root is used in rheumatism and allied disorders and diseases of the nervous system. It is also employed as a remedy for secondary syphilis and scorpion stings. The juice of the leaves is used topically in otitis and a paste of them finds use as a febrifuge. The roots possess significant anti-inflammatory activity. and exhibit potent analgesic effects combined with a relatively low toxicity A novel aphrodisiac compound ( 2,7,7-tri methyl bicyclo [2.2.1] heptane) has been found in the orchid in 2013.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Daru janapa
References (1)
- Misra, R. C., et al, 2013, Genetic resources of wild tuberous food plants traditionally used in Similipal Biosphere Reserve, Odisha, India. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. Vol. 60 No. 2. Springer
