Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
petalifera
ID:
807042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Orchard & J.B.Davies) Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 22 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806376



Common Names

  • Poranthera petalifera
  • Petal-Bearing Poranthera
  • Petal-Bearing Mountain Orchid


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Description

Poranthera petalifera (also called Petalifera Poranthera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist meadows, bogs, and wet pine savannas. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves, and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Poranthera petalifera is a popular ornamental plant that is used to add a tropical feel to any room. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to create an attractive backdrop for other plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poranthera petalifera has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poranthera petalifera is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Poranthera petalifera

Poranthera petalifera is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Poranthera petalifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poranthera petalifera?

Poranthera petalifera

What is the natural habitat of Poranthera petalifera?

It is native to the southeastern United States

What is the growth habit of Poranthera petalifera?

It is a perennial herb

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344640: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.
Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.
J.B. Davies: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Davies' in the authors string.