Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flava
ID:
275113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 293 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274445

Common Names

  • Platanthera flava
  • Flava Platanthera
  • Platanthera

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Synonyms

  • Orchis flava L. [unknown]
  • Perularia bidentata Small [unknown]
  • Perularia flava Rydb. [unknown]
  • Perularia scutellata Small [unknown]
  • Tulotis flava (L.) Senghas [unknown]
  • Habenaria flava (L.) R.Br. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Perularia flava Farw. [unknown]

Description

Platanthera flava (also called Yellow Fringed Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal, yellow flower. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant in some areas. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Platanthera flava var. flava
Platanthera flava var. herbiola (R.Br.) Luer

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platanthera flava has white to pinkish-white flowers with a yellow-green center. The flowers are about 1 cm long and have a sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera flava is a species of orchid native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Division should be done in the spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Platanthera flava

Platanthera flava can be found in North America and parts of Europe.

Platanthera flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera flava?

Platanthera flava

What is the common name of Platanthera flava?

Yellow Fringed Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera flava?

Meadows, bogs, and wet woods

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-157138: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.