Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pluricostatum
ID:
1320895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koi & M.Kato

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 340 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333349



Common Names

  • Many-ribbed Polypleurum
  • Many-ribbed Polypleurum Plant
  • Many-ribbed Polypleurum Flower


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Description

Polypleurum pluricostatum (also called Many-ribbed Polypleurum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polypleurum pluricostatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polypleurum pluricostatum has a white flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polypleurum pluricostatum is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer.

Where to Find Polypleurum pluricostatum

Polypleurum pluricostatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Colombia to Argentina.

Polypleurum pluricostatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polypleurum pluricostatum?

Polypleurum pluricostatum

What is the common name of Polypleurum pluricostatum?

Many-ribbed Polypleurum

What is the natural habitat of Polypleurum pluricostatum?

It is found in moist and shady places in the Himalayas

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.