Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
placanthera
ID:
262589

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bradea 1: 307 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261921



Common Names

  • Pabstia placanthera
  • Placanthera Pabstia
  • Pabstia


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria cyanocheile Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria placanthera Hook. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria viridis stenosepala Regel [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum placantherum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Colax placantherus Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Pabstia placanthera (also called Pleasing Pabstia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Brazil and Paraguay. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstia placanthera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pabstia placanthera is a white or yellowish-white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pabstia placanthera is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pabstia placanthera

Pabstia placanthera can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pabstia placanthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pabstia placanthera?

Pabstia placanthera

What is the common name of Pabstia placanthera?

Beautiful Pabstia

What is the natural habitat of Pabstia placanthera?

Dry forests and scrublands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-145090: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.