Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reticulata
ID:
810461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stévart & Droissart

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 29: 32 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809795



Common Names

  • Polystachya Reticulata
  • Reticulata Polystachya
  • Reticulata's Polystachya


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Description

Polystachya reticulata (also called Polystachya reticulata, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a native range of Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya reticulata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya reticulata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya reticulata is a tropical orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Polystachya reticulata

Polystachya reticulata is native to Cameroon and can be found in the wild.

Polystachya reticulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya reticulata?

Polystachya reticulata

What are the common names of Polystachya reticulata?

Common names of Polystachya reticulata include African Orchid, African Orchid Plant, and African Orchid Tree.

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya reticulata?

Polystachya reticulata is native to tropical Africa, where it grows in moist, shady areas.

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-348007: Based on the initial data import
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.
Vincent Droissart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Droissart' in the authors string.