Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brevicalcarata
ID:
275028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1): 350 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274360

Common Names

  • Platanthera brevicalcarata
  • Brevicalcarata Platanthera
  • Platanthera

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Synonyms

  • Tulotis brevicalcarata (Hayata) Efimov [unknown]
  • Habenaria brevicalcarata (Hayata) Masam. [illegitimate]

Description

Platanthera brevicalcarata (also called 'Short-spurred 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 brevicalcarata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Platanthera brevicalcarata sub. yakumontana (Masam.) Masam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platanthera brevicalcarata 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 brevicalcarata 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 brevicalcarata

Platanthera brevicalcarata is native to western North America.

Platanthera brevicalcarata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera brevicalcarata?

Platanthera brevicalcarata

What is the common name of Platanthera brevicalcarata?

Short-spurred orchid

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera brevicalcarata?

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-157061: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.