Platycoryne paludosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
275578
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 7: 256 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274910
Common Names
- Platycoryne paludosa
- Marsh Platycoryne
- Large-billed Platycoryne
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- Platycoryne aurea Rolfe [unknown]
- Platycoryne wilfordii Rolfe [unknown]
- Habenaria aurea Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Habenaria paludosa Lindl. [unknown]
- Habenaria wilfordii Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Platycoryne paludosa (also called Marsh Platycoryne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial, up to 30 cm tall, with opposite, ovate to elliptic leaves, up to 8 cm long. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in marshes and wet grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Platycoryne paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platycoryne paludosa is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Platycoryne paludosa is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires little care.
Where to Find Platycoryne paludosa
Platycoryne paludosa is native to South America, where it is found in wet forests and along streams.
Platycoryne paludosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platycoryne paludosa?
Platycoryne paludosa
What are the common names of Platycoryne paludosa?
Marsh Platycoryne, Marsh Spur
Where is Platycoryne paludosa found?
It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Platycoryne genus
Platycoryne affinis, Platycoryne alinae, Platycoryne ambigua, Platycoryne brevirostris, Platycoryne buchananiana, Platycoryne crocea, Platycoryne guingangae, Platycoryne isoetifolia, Platycoryne latipetala, Platycoryne macroceras, Platycoryne mediocris, Platycoryne megalorrhyncha, Platycoryne micrantha, Platycoryne paludosa, Platycoryne pervillei, Platycoryne protearum, Platycoryne trilobata, Platycoryne lisowskiana, Platycoryne ochyrana,
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-157578: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.