Peristylus wheatleyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wheatleyi
ID:
268238
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.Cribb & B.A.Lewis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 97: 251 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267570
Common Names
- Peristylus wheatleyi
- Wheatley's Peristylus
- Wheatley Peristylus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Peristylus wheatleyi (also called Wheatley'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 wheatleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peristylus wheatleyi has white or pinkish flowers with a yellow lip, and a single, broad, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peristylus wheatleyi 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 wheatleyi
Peristylus wheatleyi can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Peristylus wheatleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Peristylus wheatleyi
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-150571: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Beverley Ann Lewis (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.A.Lewis' in the authors string.