Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
risaraldae
ID:
275740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 52: 130 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275072



Common Names

  • Platystele risaraldae
  • Risaralda's Platystele
  • Risaralda's Platystele


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Description

Platystele risaraldae (also called Risaraldae 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 risaraldae 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 risaraldae has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platystele risaraldae is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter and slightly acidic. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.

Where to Find Platystele risaraldae

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

Platystele risaraldae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platystele risaraldae?

Platystele risaraldae

What is the common name of Platystele risaraldae?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Platystele risaraldae?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-157734: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.