Prescottia polyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyphylla
ID:
283620
Status:
valid
Authors:
Porsch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 55: 153 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282952
Common Names
- Prescottia polyphylla
- Polyphylla Prescottia
- Polyphyll Prescottia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prescottia polyphylla (also called Many-Leaved Prescottia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Ecuador, where it is found in moist montane forests. It has simple, opposite leaves that are lanceolate in shape and have entire margins. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small capsules.
Uses & Benefits
Prescottia polyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prescottia polyphylla has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Prescottia polyphylla is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept moist but not wet, and should be planted in a sunny location. It can be propagated from seed or division, and should be fertilized regularly. It can also be grown in pots or containers.
Where to Find Prescottia polyphylla
Prescottia polyphylla can be found in Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.
Prescottia polyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prescottia polyphylla?
Prescottia polyphylla
What is the common name of Prescottia polyphylla?
Polyphylla Prescottia
What is the natural habitat of Prescottia polyphylla?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama
Species in the Prescottia genus
Prescottia auyantepuiensis, Prescottia carnosa, Prescottia cordifolia, Prescottia densiflora, Prescottia glazioviana, Prescottia lancifolia, Prescottia leptostachya, Prescottia lojana, Prescottia montana, Prescottia oligantha, Prescottia ostenii, Prescottia phleoides, Prescottia plantaginea, Prescottia polyphylla, Prescottia spiranthophylla, Prescottia stachyodes, Prescottia plantaginifolia, Prescottia mucugensis,
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-165250: Based on the initial data import
Otto Porsch (1875-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porsch' in the authors string.