Platystele escalerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
escalerae
ID:
914913
Status:
valid
Authors:
Archila
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Revista Guatemalensis 5(3): 10 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914248
Common Names
- Platystele escalerae
- Escalerae Platystele
- Platystele Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platystele escalerae (also called Escalerae Platystele, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a low-growing, mat-forming growth habit with short, thin, grass-like leaves. Its flowers are small and white, and it is found growing in humid, shady environments.
Uses & Benefits
Platystele escalerae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It is also used in the production of medicines and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platystele escalerae has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platystele escalerae is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Platystele escalerae
Platystele escalerae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Platystele escalerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platystele escalerae?
Platystele escalerae
What type of plant is Platystele escalerae?
Orchid
Where is Platystele escalerae found?
Central America
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-459207: Based on the initial data import
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.