Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
triaena
ID:
268223

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) P.F.Hunt

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 177 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267555



Common Names

  • Peristylus triaena
  • Triaena Peristylus
  • Three-spiked Peristylus


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Synonyms

  • Habenaria triaena Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Peristylus triaena (also called Three-spotted 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 three purple spots. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peristylus triaena 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 triaena 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 triaena

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

Peristylus triaena FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Peristylus triaena

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Peter Francis Hunt (1936-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Hunt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:650308-1: Based on the initial data import