Wild Orchids Of North Bengal : Dying
Recent reports suggest, that wild orchids of North Bengal are dying at an alarming rate.
- Wild Orchids of North Bengal are attractively flowered and colorful plants.
- They are known for their vibrant and intricate flowers.
- They are found in various habitats around the world, including tropical rainforests, mountains, and even deserts.
- India has over 1200 species of Orchids 388 are endemic to India, out of which 128 are endemic to the Western Ghats
- Endemic: a plant or animal native and restricted to a certain place.
- Protection Status of Wild Orchids of North Bengal:-
- CITES: Appendix II
- Distribution:–
- Himalayan Zone: Richest in orchid species.
- Northeast India: Highest species concentration.
- Western Ghats: High endemism of orchids.
- Highest Number of Orchid Species: Arunachal Pradesh> Sikkim> West Bengal.
- Uses:–
- For aesthetic purposes.
- In herbal medicine.
- Vanilla is produced from Vanilla planifolia orchid.
