Platycoryne trilobata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trilobata
ID:
275588
Status:
valid
Authors:
Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 67 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274920
Common Names
- Platycoryne trilobata
- Three-lobed Platycoryne
- Large-billed Platycoryne
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platycoryne trilobata (also called Three-lobed Platycoryne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial, up to 30 cm tall, with opposite, ovate to elliptic leaves, up to 8 cm long. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in marshes and wet grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Platycoryne trilobata 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 trilobata is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platycoryne trilobata is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires little care.
Where to Find Platycoryne trilobata
Platycoryne trilobata is native to South America, where it is found in wet forests and along streams.
Platycoryne trilobata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platycoryne trilobata?
Platycoryne trilobata
What are the common names of Platycoryne trilobata?
Three-lobed Platycoryne, Three-lobed Spur
Where is Platycoryne trilobata found?
It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-157588: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.