Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wightii
ID:
281363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 5: 640 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280695



Common Names

  • Polystachya wightii
  • Wightii Orchid
  • Wightium Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Dendrorkis wightii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Polystachya wightii (also called Wight's 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 wightii 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 wightii is white with a yellow 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 wightii is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be grown in a bright, humid environment. It should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Polystachya wightii

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

Polystachya wightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya wightii?

Polystachya wightii

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya wightii?

Polystachya wightii is native to the tropical rainforests of Africa.

What is the flower color of Polystachya wightii?

The flowers of Polystachya wightii 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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