Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
winigeri
ID:
837218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eb.Fisch. & Killmann

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 58: 753 (2007 publ. 2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836553



Common Names

  • Polystachya winigeri
  • Winigeri Polystachya
  • Polystachya


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Description

Polystachya winigeri (also called Winiger's Polystachya, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid up to 60 cm tall. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in grassy woodlands, usually in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya winigeri is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya winigeri is a small, yellow-green star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya winigeri is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Polystachya winigeri

Polystachya winigeri can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Polystachya winigeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya winigeri?

Polystachya winigeri

What type of plant is Polystachya winigeri?

Polystachya winigeri is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family.

Where is Polystachya winigeri found?

Polystachya winigeri is found in Madagascar.

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-373838: Based on the initial data import
Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Dorothee Killmann (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killmann' in the authors string.