Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
498922

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 226 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498254



Common Names

  • Platylepis grandiflora
  • Grandiflora Platylepis
  • Grandiflora Platylepon


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Synonyms

  • Moerenhoutia grandiflora Schltr. [unknown]
  • Moerenhoutia morrisonii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Platylepis morrisonii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Epipactis grandiflora A.A.Eaton [illegitimate]
  • Goodyera grandiflora Schltr. [unknown]
  • Goodyera vieillardii Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Platylepis grandiflora (also called Large-Flowered Platylepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, native to South America. It has a single stem that can reach up to 20 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Platylepis grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platylepis grandiflora is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platylepis grandiflora is a perennial herb that grows from a short, woody rootstock. It is propagated from seed, and can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water or fertilizer. It can be propagated from cuttings, but is not as reliable as seed propagation.

Where to Find Platylepis grandiflora

Platylepis grandiflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.

Platylepis grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platylepis grandiflora?

Platylepis grandiflora

What is the common name of Platylepis grandiflora?

Large-Flowered Platylepis

What is the family of Platylepis grandiflora?

Fabaceae

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-259069: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.