Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pamelae
ID:
837053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eb.Fisch., Killmann & Nsanz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 59: 54 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836388



Common Names

  • Polystachya pamelae
  • Pamelae Polystachya
  • Pamelae African Orchid


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Description

Polystachya pamelae (also called Pamelae Polystachya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Orchidaceae. It has a short stem and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya pamelae is used medicinally to treat fever, stomach ache, and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polystachya pamelae has small, white flowers with yellow and pink stripes. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya pamelae is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Polystachya pamelae

Polystachya pamelae is found in the tropical forests of Central Africa.

Polystachya pamelae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya pamelae?

Polystachya pamelae

What is the family of Polystachya pamelae?

Orchidaceae

Where is Polystachya pamelae found?

Madagascar

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-373671: Based on the initial data import
Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Dorothee Killmann (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killmann' in the authors string.
Aimable Nsanzurwimo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nsanz.' in the authors string.