| Common Classification | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Names | Pigeon Orchid, Sparrow Orchid, Dove Orchid | ||
| Sinhalese Name | Parevi Mal, Parei Mal | ||
| Category | Ornamental Herbs | ||
| Scientific Classification | |||
| Scientific Name | Dendrobium crumenatum | ||
| Family | Orchidaceae | ||
| Genus | Dendrobium | Species | D.crumenatum |
| Synonym | Ceraia parviflora, Aporum ephemerum | ||
| Ecology | |||
| Growth Habit | Shrub Epiphyte | Status - Native | Indigenous |
| Duration | Perennial | Status (controlling) | Cultivate |
| Propriety | |||
| Culinary / Edible | No | Other use | n/a |
| Use as Herb | Yes | Poisoned / Toxin | No |
| Identification | |||
Pigeon Orchid Flower | Leaves of Pigeon Orchid | ||
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Pigeon Orchid Flower
Leaves of Pigeon Orchid