Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Kraenzl.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Orchid. Gen. Sp. 1: 621. 1899
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424003
Common Names
- Platanthera Concinna
- Concinna's Platanthera
- Platanthera's Concinna
Description
Platanthera concinna (also called the Fragrant Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a single stem and is usually between 15-50 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single inflorescence. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Platanthera concinna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platanthera concinna has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platanthera concinna is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division and cuttings. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Platanthera concinna
Platanthera concinna is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, and Switzerland.
Platanthera concinna FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Platanthera concinna?
Platanthera concinna is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What is the typical size of Platanthera concinna?
Platanthera concinna typically grows to be about 2-4 inches in height.
What is the best temperature for Platanthera concinna?
Platanthera concinna prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
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,