Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
clareae
ID:
501472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hermans

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 111: 354 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500804



Common Names

  • Polystachya clareae
  • Clareae Polystachya
  • Clareae Orchid


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Description

Polystachya clareae (also called 'Clare's Polystachya', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) and has a basal rosette of leaves. It has yellow or white flowers with a dark center. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya clareae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polystachya clareae has small white flowers that are clustered in a panicle. Its seeds are small, winged and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya clareae is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of cork or tree fern. It prefers a bright, indirect light and should be kept moist. Propagation is by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Polystachya clareae

Polystachya clareae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Polystachya clareae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya clareae?

Polystachya clareae

What is the common name of Polystachya clareae?

Clareae

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya clareae?

Tropical rainforests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259426: Based on the initial data import
Johan Hermans (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hermans' in the authors string.