Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bakeriana
ID:
277173

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 141: 118 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276505

Common Names

  • Plerandra bakeriana
  • Bakeriana Plerandra
  • Plerandra

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Synonyms

  • Schefflera bakeriana (A.C.Sm.) Frodin [unknown]
  • Bakeria vitiensis Dammann [unknown]
  • Bakeria vitiensis Seem. [unknown]
  • Plerandra vitiensis (Seem.) Drake [illegitimate]

Description

Plerandra bakeriana (also called Baker's Plerandra, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Vietnam, and Thailand. It has an upright stem with lanceolate leaves and produces fragrant, white flowers with purple spots. It typically grows in grasslands, forest margins, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Plerandra bakeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plerandra bakeriana is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plerandra bakeriana is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It is a slow-growing species that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of peat moss and sand and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Plerandra bakeriana

Plerandra bakeriana is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine regions of the country.

Plerandra bakeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plerandra bakeriana?

Plerandra bakeriana

What type of plant is Plerandra bakeriana?

Plerandra bakeriana is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Plerandra bakeriana found?

Plerandra bakeriana is found in the Philippines.

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