Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
stenostachya
ID:
275748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 8: 520 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275080



Common Names

  • Platystele Stenostachya
  • Stenostachya's Platystele
  • Stenostachya Platystele


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia dubia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia stenostachya Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis dubia A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis lankesteri Rolfe [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis minutiflora S.Watson [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis myriantha F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis stenostachya Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis dubia myriantha Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis stenostachya lankesteri Ames [unknown]
  • Platystele jamanxinensis Campacci & J.B.F.Silva [unknown]

Description

Platystele stenostachya (also called Stenostachya Platystele, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single, thin, upright stem, with small, ovate leaves. It has small, white flowers with a yellow or purple labellum. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Platystele stenostachya is a small epiphytic orchid that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and can be used to add color and texture to a garden. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Platystele stenostachya has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. Seed: The seeds of Platystele stenostachya are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Platystele stenostachya are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platystele stenostachya 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 stenostachya

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

Platystele stenostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platystele stenostachya?

Platystele stenostachya

What is the common name of Platystele stenostachya?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Platystele stenostachya?

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-157741: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.