Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
villegasiana
ID:
280613

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Gerlach

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 22(1): 26 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279945

Common Names

  • Villegasiana Polycycnis
  • Villegasiana Orchid
  • Villegasiana Spider Orchid

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Description

Polycycnis villegasiana (also called 'Villegas' Polycycnis', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is native to Colombia and grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polycycnis villegasiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polycycnis villegasiana has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polycycnis villegasiana is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken from healthy stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plant can be divided to propagate.

Where to Find Polycycnis villegasiana

Polycycnis villegasiana is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in moist montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Polycycnis villegasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polycycnis villegasiana?

Polycycnis villegasiana

What is the common name of Polycycnis villegasiana?

Villegas' Polycycnis

What is the natural habitat of Polycycnis villegasiana?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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-162382: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.