Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bella
ID:
280925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 137 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280257



Common Names

  • Polystachya Bella
  • Bella Orchid
  • Beautiful Orchid


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Description

Polystachya bella (also called Polystachya bella, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of Africa. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in humid forests and on tree trunks. It has long, tubular leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya bella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat various skin problems, such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya bella is a small, yellowish-green flower with a white lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya bella is a small, terrestrial orchid that grows from a rhizome. It is best propagated by division of the rhizome, which can be done in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Polystachya bella

Polystachya bella is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Polystachya bella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya bella?

Polystachya bella

What is the common name of Polystachya bella?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya bella?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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,

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