Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
1416758

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ohwi) Efimov

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 254: 111 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429223


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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.

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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,

References

Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.
Peter Gennadievich Efimov (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Efimov' in the authors string.