Description
Platostoma denticulatum (also called Bristly Platostoma, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is a perennial herb with a single stem and a single leaf divided into three leaflets. It is native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in moist forests, thickets, and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Platostoma denticulatum is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platostoma denticulatum is a terrestrial orchid native to Africa. It prefers moist, shady habitats and grows best in well-drained, humus-rich soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is more difficult and takes longer.
Where to Find Platostoma denticulatum
Platostoma denticulatum can be found in moist meadows, bogs, and wet woods in the eastern United States and Canada.