Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
integra
ID:
275188

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Bot. North. Middle States , ed. 2: 348 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274520



Common Names

  • Integra Orchid
  • Integra Bog Orchid
  • Integra Platanthera


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Synonyms

  • Orchis crocea Raf. [unknown]
  • Orchis integra Nutt. [unknown]
  • Perularia flava Schltr. [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia flava Lindl. [unknown]
  • Gymnadeniopsis integra Rydb. [unknown]
  • Habenaria crocea Raf. [unknown]
  • Habenaria elliottii L.C.Beck [unknown]
  • Habenaria integra Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Platanthera integra (also called Integral Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal, white flower. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera integra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Platanthera integra flower is white or pinkish-white, with a yellow-green lip. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera integra is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and can take up to two years to germinate.

Where to Find Platanthera integra

Platanthera integra can be found in North America and parts of Europe.

Platanthera integra FAQ

What type of plant is Platanthera integra?

Platanthera integra is a type of orchid.

Where is Platanthera integra found?

Platanthera integra is found in North America.

What is the blooming season for Platanthera integra?

Platanthera integra typically blooms in late spring and early summer.

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-157208: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.