Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pobeguinii
ID:
281235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 26: 107 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280567



Common Names

  • Polystachya pobeguinii
  • Pobeguin's Polystachya
  • Pobeguinii Polystachya


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Synonyms

  • Epiphorella pobeguinii (Finet) Mytnik & Szlach. [unknown]
  • Epiphora pobeguinii Finet [unknown]

Description

Polystachya pobeguinii (also called 'Pobeguin's Polystachya', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Africa. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya pobeguinii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya pobeguinii is yellowish-green and has a cylindrical shape. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya pobeguinii is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil slightly moist during the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Polystachya pobeguinii

Polystachya pobeguinii is native to tropical Africa.

Polystachya pobeguinii FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Polystachya pobeguinii?

Polystachya pobeguinii prefers warm temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of soil is best for Polystachya pobeguinii?

Polystachya pobeguinii prefers well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

How much light does Polystachya pobeguinii need?

Polystachya pobeguinii prefers 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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