Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
schultesii
ID:
275505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm. in R.E.Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 17: 96 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274837

Common Names

  • Schultes Platycarpum
  • Schultes Toothcup
  • Schultes Toothcup-plant

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Synonyms

  • Platycarpum schultesii zarucchii G.K.Rogers [valid]

Description

Platycarpum schultesii (also called Platycarpum schultesii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Platycarpum schultesii is a species of plant that is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platycarpum schultesii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platycarpum schultesii is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Platycarpum schultesii

Platycarpum schultesii is native to South America, where it is found in wet forests and along streams.

Platycarpum schultesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platycarpum schultesii?

Platycarpum schultesii

What is the common name of Platycarpum schultesii?

Schultes' Platycarpum

What is the natural habitat of Platycarpum schultesii?

Mesic prairies, moist meadows, and wet woods

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-157508: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.