Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
polyantha
ID:
267312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex Mansf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 244 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266644

Common Names

  • Pelexia polyantha
  • Polyantha Pelexia
  • Polyantha Leaf-flower

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Description

Pelexia polyantha (also called False Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a herbaceous, perennial plant, growing up to 1 m tall, with opposite, ovate to lanceolate leaves, up to 10 cm long. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pelexia polyantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pelexia polyantha has small, yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelexia polyantha is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pelexia polyantha

Pelexia polyantha is native to Mexico and Central America.

Pelexia polyantha FAQ

What is the common name of Pelexia polyantha?

Many-flowered Pelexia

What is the natural habitat of Pelexia polyantha?

Dry forests and open areas in Central America

What is the flower color of Pelexia polyantha?

White, pink, or purple

Species in the Pelexia genus

Pelexia adnata, Pelexia albicans, Pelexia arrabidae, Pelexia asinus, Pelexia bonariensis, Pelexia bradei, Pelexia burgeri, Pelexia callifera, Pelexia caucae, Pelexia collocaliae, Pelexia comosa, Pelexia congesta, Pelexia cuculligera, Pelexia cundinamarcae, Pelexia decora, Pelexia delicatula, Pelexia ecuadorensis, Pelexia ekmanii, Pelexia fiebrigii, Pelexia funckiana, Pelexia goninensis, Pelexia goyazensis, Pelexia gracilis, Pelexia gutturosa, Pelexia hamata, Pelexia hirta, Pelexia hysterantha, Pelexia incurvidens, Pelexia itatiayae, Pelexia laminata, Pelexia laxa, Pelexia leucosticta, Pelexia lindmanii, Pelexia loefgrenii, Pelexia longibracteata, Pelexia luetzelburgii, Pelexia macropoda, Pelexia mandonii, Pelexia mattogrossensis, Pelexia matucanensis, Pelexia maxonii, Pelexia minarum, Pelexia mouraei, Pelexia neottiorhiza, Pelexia novofriburgensis, Pelexia obliqua, Pelexia ochyrae, Pelexia oestrifera, Pelexia olivacea, Pelexia orobanchoides,

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-149669: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.