Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
transversa
ID:
498505

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Suksd.) R.M.Bateman

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 142: 21 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497837



Common Names

  • Platanthera Transversa
  • Transverse Platanthera
  • Transverse Fringed Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Piperia transversa Suksd. [unknown]

Description

Platanthera transversa (also called Transverse Platanthera, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a single stem and a cluster of leaves at the base. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera transversa 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 flowers of Platanthera transversa are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera transversa is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a greenhouse or in a well-drained, sunny location in the garden. It can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Platanthera transversa

Platanthera transversa can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods in the eastern United States and Canada.

Platanthera transversa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera transversa?

Platanthera transversa

What is the common name of Platanthera transversa?

Transversa platanthera

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera transversa?

Tropical rainforests

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-258987: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Nikolaus Suksdorf (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suksd.' in the authors string.
Richard Bateman (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Bateman' in the authors string.