Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tsinjoarivensis
ID:
281341

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 83: 34 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280673



Common Names

  • Polystachya tsinjoarivensis
  • Tsinjoarivensis Orchid
  • Tsinjoarivense Orchid


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Description

Polystachya tsinjoarivensis (also called 'Tsinjoarive Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a single, long-lasting leaf and a single, erect inflorescence with many small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya tsinjoarivensis is pink with a yellow lip and a short spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya tsinjoarivensis is a species of orchid that is native to tropical Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and rocks in humid forests. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate full sun. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Polystachya tsinjoarivensis

Polystachya tsinjoarivensis is found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola and south to South Africa.

Polystachya tsinjoarivensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya tsinjoarivensis?

Polystachya tsinjoarivensis

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya tsinjoarivensis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of West Africa

What is the average size of Polystachya tsinjoarivensis?

It can grow up to a height of 1.2m

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,