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Description
Platanthera Peramoena, also known as Purple Fringeless Orchid, is a North American native orchid that grows up to 30 inches tall. It usually blooms in July and August and is characterized by its purple or pink flowers that have a sweet fragrance. This plant is found in wet meadows, bogs, fens, and other wetlands.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Platanthera |
Appearance
The Platanthera Peramoena plant has a single stem with several leaves that are lance-shaped and up to 6 inches long. The flowers are arranged in a dense spike that can have up to 30 flowers. Each flower has three sepals, two petals, and a lip that is three-lobed. The lip is fringed and has a purple or pink color. The plant also has a sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators.
Care Guide
Platanthera Peramoena requires moist soil and partial shade to grow. It should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Fertilization is not necessary, but it can be beneficial to use a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. The plant prefers a slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.0 to 6.5. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 7.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Platanthera Peramoena plant is relatively disease-resistant, but it can be susceptible to fungal diseases if the soil is too wet. It can also be affected by spider mites and aphids, which can be controlled by using insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Platanthera Peramoena grows in a variety of wetland habitats, including wet meadows, marshes, bogs, and fens. It prefers full to partial shade and moist soil with good drainage.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the blooming season for Platanthera Peramoena?
A: Platanthera Peramoena usually blooms in July and August.
Q: What is the preferred habitat for Platanthera Peramoena?
A: Platanthera Peramoena prefers wet meadows, bogs, fens, and other wetlands.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Platanthera Peramoena?
A: Platanthera Peramoena is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 7.
Q: What is the common name for Platanthera Peramoena?
A: The common name for Platanthera Peramoena is Purple Fringeless Orchid.
Related Plants
- Platanthera Blephariglottis
- Platanthera Ciliaris
- Platanthera Dilatata
- Platanthera Grandiflora
References
- “Platanthera peramoena (Lindl.) Lindl.” Plants of the World Online, Kew Science. Accessed 22 September 2021.
- “Purple Fringeless Orchid.” Minnesota Wildflowers. Accessed 22 September 2021.
- “Platanthera peramoena.” Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Accessed 22 September 2021.
