Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vulcanica
ID:
281356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich 68: 422 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280688



Common Names

  • Polystachya vulcanica
  • Vulcanica Orchid
  • Vulcanicum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Polystachya vulcanica vulcanica [unknown]

Description

Polystachya vulcanica (also called Vulcan 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 vulcanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya vulcanica is yellow with a white lip and a long spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya vulcanica 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 vulcanica

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

Polystachya vulcanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya vulcanica?

Polystachya vulcanica

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya vulcanica?

Polystachya vulcanica is native to the tropical rainforests of Africa.

What is the flower color of Polystachya vulcanica?

The flowers of Polystachya vulcanica are yellow to orange in color.

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,

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