Platylepis leucantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucantha
ID:
1412064
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 59. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424529
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platylepis leucantha (also called 'White-flowered Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a single stem with long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady places such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Platylepis leucantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platylepis leucantha is a small, white-green flower with a reddish-brown labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platylepis leucantha is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Platylepis leucantha
Platylepis leucantha can be found in the wild in Japan.
Platylepis leucantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platylepis leucantha?
Platylepis leucantha
What is the family of Platylepis leucantha?
Acanthaceae
Where is Platylepis leucantha native to?
India
Species in the Platylepis genus
Platylepis bigibbosa, Platylepis bombus, Platylepis commelynae, Platylepis constricta, Platylepis densiflora, Platylepis glandulosa, Platylepis heteromorpha, Platylepis margaritifera, Platylepis occulta, Platylepis polyadenia, Platylepis rufa, Platylepis tidorensis, Platylepis viscosa, Platylepis zeuxinoides, Platylepis grandiflora, Platylepis xerostele, Platylepis intricata, Platylepis geluana, Platylepis laxa, Platylepis hosokawae, Platylepis leucantha,
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
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165764-1: Based on the initial data import