Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tradescantifolius
ID:
268222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Kores

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 5: 12 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267554



Common Names

  • Peristylus tradescantifolius
  • Tradescant's Peristylus
  • Tradescant Peristylus


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Synonyms

  • Peristylus papuanus J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Peristylus remotifolius J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Habenaria cyrtostigma Schltr. [unknown]
  • Habenaria papuana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria tradescantifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Peristylus tradescantifolius (also called Tradescant's Peristylus, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, long-stemmed leaf and a single, white flower with purple spots. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Peristylus tradescantifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peristylus tradescantifolius is white or yellowish-green, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peristylus tradescantifolius is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in early spring when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained medium and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Peristylus tradescantifolius

Peristylus tradescantifolius can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Peristylus tradescantifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Peristylus tradescantifolius

What is the common name of this plant?

N/A

Where is this plant native to?

Australia

Species in the Peristylus genus

Peristylus affinis, Peristylus aliformis, Peristylus aristatus, Peristylus banfieldii, Peristylus bismarckiensis, Peristylus brachypyhllus, Peristylus brevicalcar, Peristylus brevilobus, Peristylus calcaratus, Peristylus carolinensis, Peristylus chapaensis, Peristylus ciliatus, Peristylus ciliolatus, Peristylus citrinus, Peristylus commersonianus, Peristylus constrictus, Peristylus cubitalis, Peristylus cymbochilus, Peristylus densus, Peristylus djampangensis, Peristylus elbertii, Peristylus formosanus, Peristylus gardneri, Peristylus goodyeroides, Peristylus gracilis, Peristylus grandis, Peristylus hallieri, Peristylus hamiltonianus, Peristylus hatusimanus, Peristylus hollandiae, Peristylus holochila, Peristylus holttumianus, Peristylus holttumii, Peristylus iyoensis, Peristylus jinchuanicus, Peristylus kerrii, Peristylus kinabaluensis, Peristylus korinchensis, Peristylus kumaonensis, Peristylus lacertifer, Peristylus lancifolius, Peristylus latilobus, Peristylus lawii, Peristylus listeroides, Peristylus lombokensis, Peristylus macer, Peristylus maculifer, Peristylus maingayi, Peristylus minimiflorus, Peristylus monticola,

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-150557: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Paul J. Kores (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kores' in the authors string.