Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
platypetala
ID:
1331337

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & C.J.French

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 80(2): 37 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343791





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Description

Pterostylis platypetala (also called the broad-petalled pterostylis, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Australia. It has a single stem, pinnate leaves, and white flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis platypetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis platypetala is yellow and tubular. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis platypetala is a small, evergreen orchid that is native to Australia. It grows to a height of 4-6 inches and has fragrant white flowers. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Pterostylis platypetala

Pterostylis platypetala is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Pterostylis platypetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis platypetala?

Pterostylis platypetala

What is the common name of Pterostylis platypetala?

Broad-petalled Greenhood

Where is Pterostylis platypetala native to?

South Australia

Species in the Pterostylis genus

Pterostylis abrupta, Pterostylis aciculiformis, Pterostylis acuminata, Pterostylis aenigma, Pterostylis aestiva, Pterostylis alata, Pterostylis allantoidea, Pterostylis alobula, Pterostylis alpina, Pterostylis alveata, Pterostylis angusta, Pterostylis aphylla, Pterostylis arenicola, Pterostylis areolata, Pterostylis aspera, Pterostylis atrans, Pterostylis atriola, Pterostylis auriculata, Pterostylis australis, Pterostylis banksii, Pterostylis baptistii, Pterostylis barbata, Pterostylis basaltica, Pterostylis bicolor, Pterostylis bicornis, Pterostylis biseta, Pterostylis boormanii, Pterostylis braemii, Pterostylis brumalis, Pterostylis bryophila, Pterostylis bureaviana, Pterostylis calceolus, Pterostylis cardiostigma, Pterostylis caulescens, Pterostylis chaetophora, Pterostylis cheraphila, Pterostylis chlorogramma, Pterostylis ciliata, Pterostylis clavigera, Pterostylis cobarensis, Pterostylis coccina, Pterostylis collina, Pterostylis commutata, Pterostylis concava, Pterostylis concinna, Pterostylis conoglossa, Pterostylis cucullata, Pterostylis curta, Pterostylis cycnocephala, Pterostylis daintreana,

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

David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Christopher J. French: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.French' in the authors string.