Platystele paraensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraensis
ID:
914914
Status:
valid
Authors:
Campacci & J.B.F.Silva
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Colet. Orquídeas Brasil. 7: 242 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914249
Common Names
- Platystele paraensis
- Paraensis Platystele
- Platystele Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platystele paraensis (also called Para 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 paraensis 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 paraensis 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 paraensis 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 paraensis
Platystele paraensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Platystele paraensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platystele paraensis?
Platystele paraensis
What type of plant is Platystele paraensis?
Orchid
Where is Platystele paraensis found?
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-459208: Based on the initial data import
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.
João Batista Fernándes da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.F.Silva' in the authors string.