Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fusiformis
ID:
281050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 10: t. 851 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280382



Common Names

  • Fusiform Polystachya
  • Fusiform Orchid
  • Fusiform Bearded Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Polystachya composita Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Polystachya minutiflora Ridl. [unknown]
  • Polystachya multiflora Ridl. [unknown]
  • Polystachya fusiformis virescens Cordem. [unknown]
  • Polystachya fusiformis purpurascens Cordem. [unknown]
  • Dendrobium fusiforme Thouars [unknown]
  • Dendrorkis minutiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrorchis minutiflora Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Polystachya fusiformis (also called Fusiform Polystachya, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Africa. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, fleshy, green leaf and a single, short-lived, yellow flower. It is found in humid, tropical forests, in the understory of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya fusiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya fusiformis is a small, yellowish-green, fragrant flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya fusiformis is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and contains plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Polystachya fusiformis

Polystachya fusiformis is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Polystachya fusiformis FAQ

What is the common name of Polystachya fusiformis?

Fusiform Polystachya

What is the origin of Polystachya fusiformis?

West Africa

What is the flower color of Polystachya fusiformis?

White

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-162806: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.