Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dulongensis
ID:
1321140

Status:
valid

Authors:
X.H.Jin & Efimov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 30: 294 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333594



Common Names

  • Platanthera dulongensis
  • Dulongensis
  • Platanthera


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Description

Platanthera dulongensis (also called Dulong Platanthera, among many other common names) is an orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It has white flowers, and is native to East Asia. It grows in temperate grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera dulongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its essential oils and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platanthera dulongensis is white to pink in color, with a tubular shape and a hairy calyx. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera dulongensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Platanthera dulongensis

Platanthera dulongensis is native to China.

Platanthera dulongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera dulongensis?

Platanthera dulongensis

Where is Platanthera dulongensis found?

Platanthera dulongensis is found in Central Africa.

What is the habitat of Platanthera dulongensis?

Platanthera dulongensis is found in dry, savanna habitats.

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

Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.
Peter Gennadievich Efimov (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Efimov' in the authors string.