Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
yosemitensis
ID:
810384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colwell, Sheviak & P.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Madroño 54: 86 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809718

Common Names

  • Yosemite Bog Orchid
  • Yosemite Platanthera
  • Yosemite Bog-orchid

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Description

Platanthera yosemitensis (also called 'Yosemite Rein Orchid', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial or epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a single, erect stem with linear leaves and a single, terminal flower. It grows in humid forests, on rocks, and in grasslands, and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera yosemitensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platanthera yosemitensis is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera yosemitensis is a terrestrial orchid that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and wind.

Where to Find Platanthera yosemitensis

Platanthera yosemitensis can be found in tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-347935: Based on the initial data import
Charles John Sheviak (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sheviak' in the authors string.
Alison E. L. Colwell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colwell' in the authors string.
Peggy E. Moore: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Moore' in the authors string.