Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
acutus
ID:
498866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 434 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498198



Common Names

  • Acutus Platycaulos
  • Platycaulos acutus
  • Sharp-leaved Platycaulos


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Description

Platycaulos acutus (also called Sharp-leaved gentian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with a stem up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas, from India to Bhutan, and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands at altitudes of 3,000-4,000 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Platycaulos acutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platycaulos acutus has small, yellow flowers with a white lip and a short, thin column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platycaulos acutus is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn and keep the soil moist until germination.

Where to Find Platycaulos acutus

Platycaulos acutus is native to the western Himalayas and can be found in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.

Platycaulos acutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platycaulos acutus?

Platycaulos acutus

What is the family of Platycaulos acutus?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Platycaulos acutus?

Sharp-leaved Platycaulos

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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