Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
densa
ID:
275081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freyn

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 46: 96 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274413

Common Names

  • Platanthera densa
  • Dense Platanthera
  • Platanthera

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Synonyms

  • Platanthera chloranthella Nakai [unknown]
  • Platanthera freynii Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Platanthera chlorantha orientalis (Schltr.) Soó [unknown]
  • Platanthera chlorantha densa (Freyn) Soó [unknown]

Description

Platanthera densa (also called Dense-Flowered Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to Europe and Asia. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal, white flower. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera densa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant in some areas. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Platanthera densa sub. orientalis (Schltr.) Efimov
Platanthera densa sub. densa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platanthera densa has white to pinkish-white flowers with a yellow-green center. The flowers are about 1 cm long and have a sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera densa is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a moist, shady position and well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not too much. Pruning is not necessary, but it can be done to shape the plant.

Where to Find Platanthera densa

Platanthera densa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Platanthera densa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera densa?

Platanthera densa

What is the common name of Platanthera densa?

Dense orchid

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera densa?

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,

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