Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
malilaensis
ID:
281159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 53: 566 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280491



Common Names

  • Polystachya malilaensis
  • Malilaensis Polystachya
  • Malilaensis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Polystachya zambesiaca malilaensis (Schltr.) Geerinck [unknown]

Description

Polystachya malilaensis (also called Malila 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 malilaensis 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 malilaensis is yellow with a white lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya malilaensis 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 malilaensis

Polystachya malilaensis is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Polystachya malilaensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya malilaensis?

Polystachya malilaensis is native to Madagascar.

What type of soil does Polystachya malilaensis prefer?

Polystachya malilaensis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Polystachya malilaensis need?

Polystachya malilaensis needs bright, indirect light.

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,

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