Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpureobracteata
ID:
281258

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb & la Croix

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Malawi : 234 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280590



Common Names

  • Polystachya purpureobracteata
  • Purpureobracteata Polystachya
  • Purple-bracted Polystachya


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Description

Polystachya purpureobracteata (also called Purple Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical Africa. It has a single, erect, leafy stem, up to 30 cm tall, with several oblong-lanceolate leaves, up to 6 cm long and 1.5 cm wide. The inflorescence is a raceme of several flowers, with sepals and petals of a purple color, and a lip with a yellowish-green background, and purple-brown spots.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya purpureobracteata 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 purpureobracteata is a small, purple, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya purpureobracteata 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 purpureobracteata

Polystachya purpureobracteata is native to tropical Africa.

Polystachya purpureobracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya purpureobracteata?

Polystachya purpureobracteata

What are the common names of Polystachya purpureobracteata?

Purple-Bracted Polystachya

Where is Polystachya purpureobracteata 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-162999: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Isobyl Florence la Croix (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'la Croix' in the authors string.