Status:
valid
Authors:
Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 72 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274905
Common Names
- Mediocre Platycoryne
- Mediocre Toothcup
- Mediocre Toothcup-plant
Description
Platycoryne mediocris (also called Medium Platycoryne, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is a perennial herb with a single stem and a single leaf divided into three leaflets. It is native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in moist forests, thickets, and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Platycoryne mediocris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platycoryne mediocris is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platycoryne mediocris is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Platycoryne mediocris
Platycoryne mediocris is native to South America, where it is found in wet forests and along streams.
Platycoryne mediocris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platycoryne mediocris?
Platycoryne mediocris
What is the common name of Platycoryne mediocris?
Medium-sized Platycoryne
What is the natural habitat of Platycoryne mediocris?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Platycoryne genus
Platycoryne affinis,
Platycoryne alinae,
Platycoryne ambigua,
Platycoryne brevirostris,
Platycoryne buchananiana,
Platycoryne crocea,
Platycoryne guingangae,
Platycoryne isoetifolia,
Platycoryne latipetala,
Platycoryne macroceras,
Platycoryne mediocris,
Platycoryne megalorrhyncha,
Platycoryne micrantha,
Platycoryne paludosa,
Platycoryne pervillei,
Platycoryne protearum,
Platycoryne trilobata,
Platycoryne lisowskiana,
Platycoryne ochyrana,
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,