Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hyperborea
ID:
275174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 287 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274506

Common Names

  • Arctic Orchid
  • Arctic Bog Orchid
  • Hyperborea Platanthera

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Synonyms

  • Limnorchis borealis Rydb. [unknown]
  • Limnorchis brachypetala Rydb. [unknown]
  • Limnorchis hyperborea Rydb. [unknown]
  • Orchis acuta Banks ex Presl [unknown]
  • Orchis hyperborea L. [unknown]
  • Orchis koenigii Gunner [unknown]
  • Platanthera borealis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Platanthera hyperborea minor Lange [unknown]
  • Platanthera koenigii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria dilatata borealis (Cham.) Muenscher [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia hyperborea Link [unknown]
  • Habenaria borealis Cham. [unknown]
  • Habenaria hyperborea (L.) R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Platanthera hyperborea (also called Northern 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, white flower. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera hyperborea is a species of orchid that is used in gardens for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Platanthera hyperborea flower is white or pinkish-white, with a yellow-green lip. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera hyperborea is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and can take up to two years to germinate.

Where to Find Platanthera hyperborea

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

Platanthera hyperborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platanthera hyperborea?

Platanthera hyperborea

What is the common name of Platanthera hyperborea?

Northern Fringed Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera hyperborea?

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-157196: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.