1102. Platanthera chlorantha (Custer) Rchb: Orchidaceae

Platanthera chlorantha ( greater butterfly orchid ) is illustrated here (Plate 1102). It is a widespread, temperate European and western Asian species. A detailed description is provided, with notes on habitat. Given its wide distribution and the diverse range of habitats where it occurs, its conser...

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Published in:Curtis's botanical magazine (1995) 2024-06, Vol.41 (2), p.227-235
Main Authors: Fay, Michael F., Bazzicalupo, Miriam, Calevo, Jacopo
Format: Article
Language:English
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Platanthera chlorantha
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Summary:Platanthera chlorantha ( greater butterfly orchid ) is illustrated here (Plate 1102). It is a widespread, temperate European and western Asian species. A detailed description is provided, with notes on habitat. Given its wide distribution and the diverse range of habitats where it occurs, its conservation status is Least Concern in Europe. It is occasionally available for sale, but due to its cultivation requirements it should be regarded as a plant to be grown by specialists.
ISSN:1355-4905
1467-8748
DOI:10.1111/curt.12573