Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
275717

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Focke) Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 2: 268 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275049



Common Names

  • Platystele Ovalifolia
  • Oval-leaved Platystele
  • Oval-leaved Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis ovalifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis vaginulata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Stelis ovalifolia H.Focke [unknown]

Description

Platystele ovalifolia (also called Oval-Leaved Platystele, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a single, thin leaf and a single, small flower. It is found in humid, shady areas, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Platystele ovalifolia is a popular ornamental plant with attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and as a border plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platystele ovalifolia has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platystele ovalifolia is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Platystele ovalifolia

Platystele ovalifolia is native to Central and South America. It is found in the tropical and subtropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Platystele ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platystele ovalifolia?

Platystele ovalifolia

What is the common name of Platystele ovalifolia?

Ovalifolia Platystele

What is the natural habitat of Platystele ovalifolia?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of South 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-157713: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Hendrik Charles Focke (1802-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Focke' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.