Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reznicekii
ID:
275345

Status:
valid

Authors:
Catling, Brownell & G.Allen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 14(2): 81 (1999).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274677

Common Names

  • Rezniceki's Platanthera
  • Reznicekii Platanthera
  • Rezniceki's Platanthera

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Synonyms

  • Blephariglottis reznicekii (Catling, Brownell & G.Allen) Baumbach & Lückel [unknown]
  • Fimbriella reznicekii (Catling, Brownell & G.Allen) Efimov [unknown]

Description

Platanthera reznicekii (also called Reznicek's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to North America, where it is found in wet meadows, bogs, and other wet habitats. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem and a single white flower.

Uses & Benefits

Platanthera reznicekii is a species of orchid found in North America. It is often used in gardens and landscaping for its attractive flowers and foliage. It can also be used medicinally, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platanthera reznicekii is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanthera reznicekii is a terrestrial orchid species native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or fall, with each division containing at least three growth points. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, humus-rich soil.

Where to Find Platanthera reznicekii

Platanthera reznicekii can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods in the eastern United States and Canada.

Platanthera reznicekii FAQ

What is the common name of Platanthera reznicekii?

Reznicek's Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Platanthera reznicekii?

Mountain meadows and alpine tundra

What is the flower color of Platanthera reznicekii?

White to pinkish-purple

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-157353: Based on the initial data import
Paul Miles Catling (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Catling' in the authors string.
Vivian Rose Brownell (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brownell' in the authors string.
Gary Allen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Allen' in the authors string.