Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
platystachys
ID:
1320168

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) Chiron & Van den Berg

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 12: 73 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332622



Common Names

  • Acianthera Platystachys
  • Platystachys Orchid
  • Platystachys Acianthera


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Description

Acianthera platystachys (also called Broad-Spiked Acianthera, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Pleurothallidinae subfamily. It is native to Peru and is found in humid montane forests. It has a creeping stem and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera platystachys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant scent and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera platystachys is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera platystachys is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Acianthera platystachys

Acianthera platystachys is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Acianthera platystachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera platystachys?

Acianthera platystachys

What is the common name of Acianthera platystachys?

Acianthera platystachys

What is the native habitat of Acianthera platystachys?

Brazil

Species in the Acianthera genus

Acianthera aculeata, Acianthera acuminatipetala, Acianthera adamantinensis, Acianthera adiri, Acianthera aechme, Acianthera agathophylla, Acianthera alligatorifera, Acianthera angustisepala, Acianthera antennata, Acianthera aphthosa, Acianthera asaroides, Acianthera auriculata, Acianthera bicarinata, Acianthera biceps, Acianthera bicornuta, Acianthera bidentula, Acianthera binotii, Acianthera bissei, Acianthera boliviana, Acianthera brachiloba, Acianthera bragae, Acianthera breviflora, Acianthera butcheri, Acianthera caldensis, Acianthera capanemae, Acianthera caparaoensis, Acianthera capillaris, Acianthera carinata, Acianthera casapensis, Acianthera cerberus, Acianthera chamelopoda, Acianthera chionopa, Acianthera chrysantha, Acianthera circumplexa, Acianthera cogniauxiana, Acianthera compressicaulis, Acianthera consatae, Acianthera cordatifolia, Acianthera costabilis, Acianthera crassilabia, Acianthera cremasta, Acianthera crinita, Acianthera cryptantha, Acianthera cryptophoranthoides, Acianthera decipiens, Acianthera decurrens, Acianthera deserta, Acianthera discophylla, Acianthera duartei, Acianthera ellipsophylla,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.