Nodding Swamp Orchid

Geodorum densiflorum

Physical Characteristics

Geodorum densiflorum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - southern China, Indian subcontinent, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Australia, the Pacific.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Gum None known

Medicinal Uses

Emollient Poultice Skin The tuberous base is regarded as emollient when utilized as a poultice[345 ].

Known Hazards

None known