Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
disticha
ID:
337725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & Wurdack

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(2): 12 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337057



Common Names

  • Achlyphila disticha
  • Disticha Achlyphila
  • Achlyphila Fern


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Description

Achlyphila disticha (also called 'Two-rowed Achlyphila', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a single, erect, leathery leaf and a single, nodding, yellow-green flower. It is found in wet, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Achlyphila disticha is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achlyphila disticha has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achlyphila disticha can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist but not wet. The seeds should be covered lightly with soil and kept in a warm, bright location. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.

Where to Find Achlyphila disticha

Achlyphila disticha is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Achlyphila disticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achlyphila disticha?

Achlyphila disticha

What is the common name of Achlyphila disticha?

Disticha Achlyphila

What is the natural habitat of Achlyphila disticha?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Achlyphila genus

Species in the Xyridaceae family

Abolboda abbreviata, Abolboda acaulis, Abolboda acicularis, Abolboda americana, Abolboda bella, Abolboda ciliata, Abolboda dunstervillei, Abolboda ebracteata, Abolboda egleri, Abolboda glomerata, Abolboda grandis, Abolboda killipii, Abolboda linearifolia, Abolboda macrostachya, Abolboda neblinae, Abolboda paniculata, Abolboda poarchon, Abolboda pulchella, Abolboda scabrida, Abolboda sprucei, Abolboda uniflora, Abolboda granularis, Achlyphila disticha, Aratitiyopea lopezii, Orectanthe ptaritepuiana, Orectanthe sceptrum, Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida,

References

John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:2399-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.