Platanthera beckneri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beckneri
ID:
807009
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.M.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Native Orchid J. 8: 12 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806343
Common Names
- Platanthera beckneri
- Beckneri
- Platanthera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platanthera beckneri (also called Beckner's Platanthera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist meadows, bogs, and wet pine savannas. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves, and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Platanthera beckneri is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It can be used to bring a tropical feel to any room and can be used as a groundcover in outdoor gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platanthera beckneri is a white, fragrant flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platanthera beckneri is an evergreen orchid native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Platanthera beckneri
Platanthera beckneri is native to the southeastern United States.
Platanthera beckneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platanthera beckneri?
Platanthera beckneri
What is the natural habitat of Platanthera beckneri?
It is native to the southeastern United States
What is the growth habit of Platanthera beckneri?
It is a perennial herb
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344607: Based on the initial data import
Paul Martin Brown (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.M.Br.' in the authors string.