Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kaluluensis
ID:
281107

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb & la Croix

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Malawi : 233 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280439



Common Names

  • Kaluluensis Polystachya
  • Kaluluensis Orchid
  • Kaluluensis Bearded Orchid


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Description

Polystachya kaluluensis (also called Kalulu Polystachya, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Africa. It has a single, upright stem with a terminal inflorescence of small, yellow flowers. It grows in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya kaluluensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya kaluluensis is yellow in color, with a long, slender tube and six petals. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedling is a small, green, pointed shoot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya kaluluensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. It is tolerant of drought and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Polystachya kaluluensis

Polystachya kaluluensis can be found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola and south to Namibia.

Polystachya kaluluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya kaluluensis?

Polystachya kaluluensis

What is the common name of Polystachya kaluluensis?

Kalulu Polystachya

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya kaluluensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Africa

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-162859: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Isobyl Florence la Croix (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'la Croix' in the authors string.