Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
anatina
ID:
1326207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 27 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338661



Common Names

  • Platanthera anatina
  • Anatina Platanthera
  • Platanthera's Anatina


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Description

Platanthera anatina (also called 'Duckweed Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical regions of Asia. It is characterized by its yellow-green leaves and white flowers with yellow and purple stripes. It grows in humid, shady areas, such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera anatina is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platanthera anatina is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera anatina is a terrestrial orchid native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a pot or in the ground.

Where to Find Platanthera anatina

Platanthera anatina is native to Europe and can be found in the grasslands and savannas.

Platanthera anatina FAQ

What are the common names of Platanthera anatina?

Duckweed Platanthera

What type of soil does Platanthera anatina prefer?

Platanthera anatina prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Platanthera anatina need?

Platanthera anatina needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Platanthera genus

Platanthera albomarginata, Platanthera algeriensis, Platanthera amabilis, Platanthera andrewsii, Platanthera angustata, Platanthera angustilabris, Platanthera aquilonis, Platanthera azorica, Platanthera bakeriana, Platanthera bhutanica, Platanthera bicolor, Platanthera bifolia, Platanthera blephariglottis, Platanthera blumei, Platanthera boninensis, Platanthera borneensis, Platanthera brevicalcarata, Platanthera brevifolia, Platanthera calderoniae, Platanthera canbyi, Platanthera channellii, Platanthera chapmanii, Platanthera chlorantha, Platanthera chorisiana, Platanthera ciliaris, Platanthera clavellata, Platanthera contigua, Platanthera convallariifolia, Platanthera correllii, Platanthera cristata, Platanthera deflexilabella, Platanthera densa, Platanthera devolii, Platanthera dilatata, Platanthera elegans, Platanthera elliptica, Platanthera elmeri, Platanthera finetiana, Platanthera flava, Platanthera florentia, Platanthera fuscescens, Platanthera grandiflora, Platanthera hachijoensis, Platanthera halconensis, Platanthera handel-mazzettii, Platanthera hollandiae, Platanthera holmboei, Platanthera hologlottis, Platanthera hondoensis, Platanthera hookeri,

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

Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.