Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
blumei
ID:
275019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 290 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274351

Common Names

  • Platanthera blumei
  • Blume's Platanthera
  • Platanthera

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Synonyms

  • Mecosa dilatata Blume [unknown]
  • Habenaria blumei Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Platanthera blumei (also called 'Blume's Rein Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It grows in meadows, bogs, and wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera blumei is used as an ornamental plant for its showy white flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platanthera blumei has white to pale pink flowers, with a yellow-green lip. The flowers are borne on a slender, erect stem. The seed capsules are round and contain numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings are slender and have a single, erect stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera blumei is a slow-growing, shade-loving plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Platanthera blumei

Platanthera blumei is native to tropical Asia.

Platanthera blumei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera blumei?

Platanthera blumei

What is the common name of Platanthera blumei?

Blume's orchid

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera blumei?

Moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands

Species in the Platanthera genus

Platanthera albomarginata, Platanthera algeriensis, Platanthera amabilis, Platanthera andrewsii, Platanthera angustata, Platanthera angustilabris, Platanthera aquilonis, Platanthera azorica, Platanthera bakeriana, Platanthera bhutanica, Platanthera bicolor, Platanthera bifolia, Platanthera blephariglottis, Platanthera blumei, Platanthera boninensis, Platanthera borneensis, Platanthera brevicalcarata, Platanthera brevifolia, Platanthera calderoniae, Platanthera canbyi, Platanthera channellii, Platanthera chapmanii, Platanthera chlorantha, Platanthera chorisiana, Platanthera ciliaris, Platanthera clavellata, Platanthera contigua, Platanthera convallariifolia, Platanthera correllii, Platanthera cristata, Platanthera deflexilabella, Platanthera densa, Platanthera devolii, Platanthera dilatata, Platanthera elegans, Platanthera elliptica, Platanthera elmeri, Platanthera finetiana, Platanthera flava, Platanthera florentia, Platanthera fuscescens, Platanthera grandiflora, Platanthera hachijoensis, Platanthera halconensis, Platanthera handel-mazzettii, Platanthera hollandiae, Platanthera holmboei, Platanthera hologlottis, Platanthera hondoensis, Platanthera hookeri,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-157053: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.