Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
commelynae
ID:
275613

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 41: 62 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274945



Common Names

  • Platylepis commelynae
  • Commelyna's Platylepis
  • Commelina Platylepis


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Synonyms

  • Moerenhoutia commelynae Schltr. [unknown]
  • Moerenhoutia plantaginea Blume [unknown]
  • Notiophrys commelynae Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Platylepis commelynae (also called Commelyne's Platylepis, 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

Platylepis commelynae 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

Platylepis commelynae has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, ovoid and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platylepis commelynae is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a greenhouse or indoors. It needs bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Platylepis commelynae

Platylepis commelynae is native to Mexico and Central America

Platylepis commelynae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platylepis commelynae?

Platylepis commelynae

What are the common names of Platylepis commelynae?

Commelyn's Platylepis, Commelyn's Spur

Where is Platylepis commelynae found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,

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