Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reflexa
ID:
281266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.): 18 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280598



Common Names

  • Polystachya reflexa
  • Reflexa Polystachya
  • Bent Polystachya


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Synonyms

  • Polystachya liberica Rolfe [unknown]
  • Polystachya smytheana Rolfe [unknown]
  • Epiphorella reflexa (Lindl.) Mytnik & Szlach. [unknown]
  • Dendrorkis reflexa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrorchis reflexa (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Polystachya reflexa (also called Reflexed 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 reflexa 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 reflexa 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 reflexa 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 reflexa

Polystachya reflexa is native to tropical Africa.

Polystachya reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya reflexa?

Polystachya reflexa

What are the common names of Polystachya reflexa?

Reflexed Polystachya

Where is Polystachya reflexa 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-163004: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.