Ptychopyxis costata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
289386
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv. : 402 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288718
Common Names
- Costata Ptychopyxis
- Ptychopyxis costata
- Ptychopyxis Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ptychopyxis costata (also called Costate Ptychopyxis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white or pink flowers. It is native to eastern Asia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ptychopyxis costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ptychopyxis costata var. costataFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ptychopyxis costata are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptychopyxis costata is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and grassland. It is a hardy species and can be grown in a range of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers a sunny position and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seed should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ptychopyxis costata
Ptychopyxis costata can be found in Central and South America.
Ptychopyxis costata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptychopyxis costata?
Ptychopyxis costata
What type of plant is Ptychopyxis costata?
Ptychopyxis costata is a shrub
Where is Ptychopyxis costata found?
Ptychopyxis costata is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Ptychopyxis genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170778: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.