Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leucosepala
ID:
281138

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 689 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280470



Common Names

  • Polystachya leucosepala
  • Leucosepala Polystachya
  • Leucosepala Orchid


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Description

Polystachya leucosepala (also called White-sepaled Polystachya, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical Africa. It is a small plant with long, thin, green leaves and a single, upright flower stem with up to five yellow and purple flowers. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya leucosepala 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 leucosepala is white with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya leucosepala is a terrestrial orchid found in tropical Africa. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, peat-based potting mix, and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. Once the seedlings have reached a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Polystachya leucosepala

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

Polystachya leucosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya leucosepala?

Polystachya leucosepala

What are the common names of Polystachya leucosepala?

White-Sepaled Polystachya

Where is Polystachya leucosepala native to?

East 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-162888: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.