Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
intricata
ID:
1319878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 9: 16 (2012 publ. 2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332332



Common Names

  • Platylepis Intricata
  • Platylepis
  • Intricata


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Description

Platylepis intricata (also called Intricate Platylepis, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and other parts of Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Platylepis intricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platylepis intricata has small, yellow flowers, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platylepis intricata is a tropical plant that prefers bright, indirect light and a warm, humid environment. It requires a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Platylepis intricata

Platylepis intricata is found in tropical rainforests in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Platylepis intricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platylepis intricata?

Platylepis intricata

What is the family of Platylepis intricata?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Platylepis intricata?

Platylepis intricata is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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

André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.