Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longicalcarata
ID:
275225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1): 350 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274557



Common Names

  • Longicalcarata Orchid
  • Longicalcarata Bog Orchid
  • Longicalcarata Platanthera


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Synonyms

  • Tulotis longicalcarata (Hayata) T.S.Liu & H.J.Su [unknown]
  • Plantaginorchis longicalcarata (Hayata) Szlach. & Kras-Lap. [unknown]
  • Habenaria longicalcarata (Hayata) S.S.Ying [illegitimate]
  • Tulotis longicalcarata (Hayata) S.S.Ying [unknown]

Description

Platanthera longicalcarata (also called the long-spurred platanthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera longicalcarata 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 longicalcarata 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 longicalcarata is a species of orchid native to China. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Division should be done in the spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Platanthera longicalcarata

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

Platanthera longicalcarata FAQ

What type of plant is Platanthera longicalcarata?

Platanthera longicalcarata is a type of orchid.

Where is Platanthera longicalcarata found?

Platanthera longicalcarata is found in China.

What is the blooming season for Platanthera longicalcarata?

Platanthera longicalcarata 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-157241: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.