Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ramulosa
ID:
281265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.): 76 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280597



Common Names

  • Polystachya ramulosa
  • Ramulosa Polystachya
  • Branched Polystachya


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Synonyms

  • Dendrorkis ramulosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrorchis ramulosa (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Polystachya ramulosa (also called Branched Polystachya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a small epiphytic orchid growing up to 0.5 m tall with lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya ramulosa 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 ramulosa is a small, white, 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 ramulosa 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 ramulosa

Polystachya ramulosa is native to tropical Africa.

Polystachya ramulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya ramulosa?

Polystachya ramulosa

What are the common names of Polystachya ramulosa?

Branched Polystachya

Where is Polystachya ramulosa 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-163003: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.