Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dasyglossa
ID:
275670

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 14: 18 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275002



Common Names

  • Platystele Dasyglossa
  • Dense-lipped Platystele
  • Dense-lipped Orchid


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Description

Platystele dasyglossa (also called Hairy-tongued Platystele, 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

Platystele dasyglossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platystele dasyglossa has small, white, bell-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

Platystele dasyglossa is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires little care.

Where to Find Platystele dasyglossa

Platystele dasyglossa is native to Mexico and Central America.

Platystele dasyglossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platystele dasyglossa?

Platystele dasyglossa

What is the natural habitat of Platystele dasyglossa?

Platystele dasyglossa is found in wet forests of Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Platystele dasyglossa?

The flowers of Platystele dasyglossa are white or yellowish-white.

Species in the Platystele genus

Platystele acicularis, Platystele aculeata, Platystele acutilingua, Platystele adelphe, Platystele aianthera, Platystele altarica, Platystele alucitae, Platystele argentosa, Platystele aurea, Platystele bernoullii, Platystele bovilinguis, Platystele brenneri, Platystele calantha, Platystele calymma, Platystele caudatisepala, Platystele compacta, Platystele consobrina, Platystele crinita, Platystele dalstroemii, Platystele dasyglossa, Platystele delhierroi, Platystele densiflora, Platystele dewildei, Platystele dodsonii, Platystele dressleri, Platystele edmundoi, Platystele enervis, Platystele examen-culicum, Platystele filamentosa, Platystele fimbriata, Platystele gyroglossa, Platystele hampshireae, Platystele hirtzii, Platystele ingramii, Platystele jamboeensis, Platystele jesupiorum, Platystele johnstonii, Platystele jungermannioides, Platystele lancilabris, Platystele lawessonii, Platystele lehmannii, Platystele londonoana, Platystele lycopodioides, Platystele megaloglossa, Platystele microglossa, Platystele microscopica, Platystele microtatantha, Platystele minimiflora, Platystele misasiana, Platystele misera,

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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