Description
Platystele edmundoi (also called Edmundo's Platystele, 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platystele edmundoi has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, ovoid and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platystele edmundoi is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied monthly during the growing season.