Orchid diversity of Nepal and their conservation need
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2000 |
| Authors | Rajbhandari, K, R.; Sushila Bhattarai,; Radha Joshi, |
| Journal Title | Bio-technology applications for reforestation and biodiversity conservation. Proceedings of the 8th International Workshop of BIO-REFOR, Kathmandu, Nepal, November 28-December 2, 1999 |
| Pagination | 249-252 |
| Key Words | biodiversity; conservation; flora; medicinal plants; ornamental; plants; species diversity; Orchidaceae; plants |
| Abstract | Orchids are one of the largest groups of flowering plants found in Nepal with about 361 species under 96 genera. Some of these species have high ornamental value and some are important medicinal plants. In many parts of Nepal orchids are getting scarce and rare due to heavy collection of these plants as well as habitat destruction. The purpose of this paper is to show the diversity of the Nepalese orchids, their exploitation and need for their conservation. The paper will highlight the orchids found in different climatic regions and some orchid rich areas in Nepal. |
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