Polycycnis escobariana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
escobariana
ID:
280600
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Gerlach
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 22: 33 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279932
Common Names
- Polycycnis Escobariana
- Escobariana Polycycnis
- Escobariana False Aralia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polycycnis escobariana (also called Escobar's Polycycnis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a maximum height of 0.5 meters. It has hairy stems and leaves with white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Polycycnis escobariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polycycnis escobariana has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polycycnis escobariana is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken from healthy stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plant can be divided to propagate.
Where to Find Polycycnis escobariana
Polycycnis escobariana is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, and can be found in the countries of India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Polycycnis escobariana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polycycnis escobariana?
Polycycnis escobariana
What is the common name of Polycycnis escobariana?
Escobarian Polycycnis
What is the natural habitat of Polycycnis escobariana?
Tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Polycycnis genus
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-162370: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.