Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
isabelae
ID:
1320509

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mytnik

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Polystachyinae : 194 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332963



Common Names

  • Polystachya isabelae
  • Isabelae Polystachya
  • Isabelae's Polystachya


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Description

Polystachya isabelae (also called Isabel'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 isabelae 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 isabelae 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 isabelae 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 isabelae

Polystachya isabelae can be found in Tanzania.

Polystachya isabelae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya isabelae?

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

What type of soil does Polystachya isabelae prefer?

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

How much sunlight does Polystachya isabelae need?

Polystachya isabelae 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.