Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
blancoi
ID:
501331

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Gerlach

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 4: 67 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500663

Common Names

  • Polycycnis blancoi
  • Blancoi Polycycnis
  • Blancoi Orchid

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Description

Polycycnis blancoi (also called Polycycnis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, specifically China, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polycycnis blancoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polycycnis blancoi has small white flowers that are clustered in a panicle. Its seeds are small, winged and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polycycnis blancoi is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The orchid prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Polycycnis blancoi

Polycycnis blancoi is native to the Philippines and can be found in the provinces of Bataan, Bulacan, and Pampanga.

Polycycnis blancoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polycycnis blancoi?

Polycycnis blancoi

What is the common name of Polycycnis blancoi?

Blancoi

What is the natural habitat of Polycycnis blancoi?

Tropical rainforests

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-259410: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.