Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alicjae
ID:
1320508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mytnik

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Polystachyinae : 155 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332962



Common Names

  • Polystachya Alicjae
  • Alicjae Polystachya
  • Alicja's Polystachya


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Description

Polystachya alicjae (also called Alicja's Polystachya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It grows in shady, humid habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with a smooth texture.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya alicjae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polystachya alicjae has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings are slender and have a few hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya alicjae is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Polystachya alicjae

Polystachya alicjae can be found in Tanzania.

Polystachya alicjae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya alicjae?

Polystachya alicjae is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

What type of soil does Polystachya alicjae prefer?

Polystachya alicjae prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a slightly acidic pH.

How much sunlight does Polystachya alicjae need?

Polystachya alicjae prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Polystachya genus

Polystachya aconitiflora, Polystachya acridolens, Polystachya acuminata, Polystachya adansoniae, Polystachya aethiopica, Polystachya affinis, Polystachya albescens, Polystachya alpina, Polystachya anceps, Polystachya angularis, Polystachya anthoceros, Polystachya armeniaca, Polystachya asper, Polystachya aurantiaca, Polystachya bancoensis, Polystachya batkoi, Polystachya bella, Polystachya bennettiana, Polystachya bequaertii, Polystachya bicalcarata, Polystachya bicarinata, Polystachya bifida, Polystachya biteaui, Polystachya boliviensis, Polystachya brassii, Polystachya brugeana, Polystachya caduca, Polystachya caespitifica, Polystachya caespitosa, Polystachya calluniflora, Polystachya caloglossa, Polystachya camaridioides, Polystachya campyloglossa, Polystachya canaliculata, Polystachya candida, Polystachya carnosa, Polystachya caudata, Polystachya cerea, Polystachya cingulata, Polystachya clavata, Polystachya concreta, Polystachya confusa, Polystachya cooperi, Polystachya coriscensis, Polystachya cornigera, Polystachya cribbiana, Polystachya cultriformis, Polystachya dalzielii, Polystachya dendrobiiflora, Polystachya dewanckeliana,

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

Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.