I think this is recorded for the first time from this location. Initially when I spotted the plant , I misidentified it as Zeuxine longilabris, which is frequently seen during its season. After a follow up for a week, the plant flowered. With the flowers I was able to confirm the proper ID.
Location: Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Kozhikode District, Kerala
Date: 13th April 2024
Location: Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary, Ernakulam District, Kerala
Date: 14th April 2024