Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
moniquetiana
ID:
501492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stévart & Geerinck

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 73: 281 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500824



Common Names

  • Polystachya moniquetiana
  • Monique's Polystachya
  • Monique's Orchid


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Description

Polystachya moniquetiana (also called 'Moniquet's Polystachya', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) and has a basal rosette of leaves. It has yellow or white flowers with a dark center. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya moniquetiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polystachya moniquetiana has small, white, star-shaped flowers, which are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya moniquetiana is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of cork or tree fern. It prefers a bright, indirect light and should be kept moist. Propagation is by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Polystachya moniquetiana

Polystachya moniquetiana is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Polystachya moniquetiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya moniquetiana?

Polystachya moniquetiana

What is the common name of Polystachya moniquetiana?

Moniquetiana

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya moniquetiana?

Tropical rainforests

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-259429: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Joseph Lucien Geerinck (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Geerinck' in the authors string.
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.