Platylepis viscosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
275634
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 33(2): 410 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274966
Common Names
- Platylepis viscosa
- Viscous Platylepis
- Viscosa Platylepis
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- Orchiodes viscosa Kuntze [unknown]
- Epipactis viscosa A.A.Eaton [unknown]
- Goodyera viscosa Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Platylepis viscosa (also called Viscous Platylepis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Indonesia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Platylepis viscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platylepis viscosa has white flowers with yellowish-green centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a rounded, oval shape. The seeds are small and black.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platylepis viscosa 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 viscosa
Platylepis viscosa is native to Mexico and Central America
Platylepis viscosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platylepis viscosa?
Platylepis viscosa
What is the common name of Platylepis viscosa?
Viscous Platylepis
What is the natural habitat of Platylepis viscosa?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-157632: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.