Platycoryne macroceras - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macroceras
ID:
275572
Status:
valid
Authors:
Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 66 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274904
Common Names
- Large-horned Platycoryne
- Large-horned Toothcup
- Large-horned Toothcup-plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platycoryne macroceras (also called Large-horned Platycoryne, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is a perennial herb with a single stem and a single leaf divided into three leaflets. It is native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in moist forests, thickets, and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Platycoryne macroceras is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platycoryne macroceras is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Platycoryne macroceras is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Platycoryne macroceras
Platycoryne macroceras is native to South America, where it is found in wet forests and along streams.
Platycoryne macroceras FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platycoryne macroceras?
Platycoryne macroceras
What is the common name of Platycoryne macroceras?
Large-horned Platycoryne
What is the natural habitat of Platycoryne macroceras?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Platycoryne genus
Platycoryne affinis, Platycoryne alinae, Platycoryne ambigua, Platycoryne brevirostris, Platycoryne buchananiana, Platycoryne crocea, Platycoryne guingangae, Platycoryne isoetifolia, Platycoryne latipetala, Platycoryne macroceras, Platycoryne mediocris, Platycoryne megalorrhyncha, Platycoryne micrantha, Platycoryne paludosa, Platycoryne pervillei, Platycoryne protearum, Platycoryne trilobata, Platycoryne lisowskiana, Platycoryne ochyrana,
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-157572: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.