Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
huebneri
ID:
280615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mansf.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 18: 105 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279947

Common Names

  • Huebner's Polyotidium
  • Huebner's Orchid
  • Huebner's Spider Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Hybochilus huebneri Mansf. [unknown]

Description

Polyotidium huebneri (also called 'Huebner's Polyotidium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is native to Central America and grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polyotidium huebneri 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

Polyotidium huebneri has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyotidium huebneri 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 Polyotidium huebneri

Polyotidium huebneri can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Polyotidium huebneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyotidium huebneri?

Polyotidium huebneri

What is the common name of Polyotidium huebneri?

Huebner's Polyotidium

What is the natural habitat of Polyotidium huebneri?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Polyotidium 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-162386: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.