Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ohwi) Efimov
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 254: 111 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429223
Description
Platanthera linearifolia (also called 'Narrow-leaved orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with white flowers that are arranged in a raceme. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands, at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Platanthera linearifolia is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platanthera linearifolia has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platanthera linearifolia is a hardy perennial orchid native to North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by seed sowing.
Where to Find Platanthera linearifolia
Platanthera linearifolia can be found in the northern parts of North America.
Platanthera linearifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platanthera linearifolia?
Platanthera linearifolia
What is the common name of Platanthera linearifolia?
Linear-leaved rein orchid
What is the natural habitat of Platanthera linearifolia?
It is found in moist meadows, grassy slopes, and open woods in North America.
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,