Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aciantha
ID:
238791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 10: 858 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238123

Common Names

  • Maxillaria aciantha
  • Lace Orchid
  • Lace-flower Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Lycaste aciantha Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Rhetinantha aciantha (Rchb.f.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria aciantha (also called Spiny Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It has short, cylindrical pseudobulbs and long, narrow leaves. It is found in humid forests, often in shady areas, and is found in the countries of Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria aciantha is used as a source of fiber, food, and medicine. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria aciantha is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria aciantha is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and should be kept moist, but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Maxillaria aciantha

Maxillaria aciantha can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Maxillaria aciantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria aciantha?

Maxillaria aciantha

Where is Maxillaria aciantha found?

Maxillaria aciantha is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

What type of plant is Maxillaria aciantha?

Maxillaria aciantha is an epiphytic orchid.

Species in the Maxillaria genus

Maxillaria acervata, Maxillaria aciantha, Maxillaria acostae, Maxillaria acuminata, Maxillaria acutifolia, Maxillaria adendrobium, Maxillaria adolphi, Maxillaria adscendens, Maxillaria aequiloba, Maxillaria affinis, Maxillaria aggregata, Maxillaria alba, Maxillaria albata, Maxillaria albiflora, Maxillaria alfaroi, Maxillaria allenii, Maxillaria alpestris, Maxillaria alticola, Maxillaria amabilis, Maxillaria amblyantha, Maxillaria anatomorum, Maxillaria anceps, Maxillaria angustibulbosa, Maxillaria angustisegmenta, Maxillaria angustissima, Maxillaria antioquiana, Maxillaria appendiculoides, Maxillaria arachnites, Maxillaria arachnitiflora, Maxillaria arbuscula, Maxillaria argyrophylla, Maxillaria augustae-victoriae, Maxillaria aurea, Maxillaria auyantepuiensis, Maxillaria azulensis, Maxillaria barbosae, Maxillaria batemanii, Maxillaria bennettii, Maxillaria bicallosa, Maxillaria binotii, Maxillaria biolleyi, Maxillaria bocazensis, Maxillaria bolivarensis, Maxillaria boliviensis, Maxillaria bolleoides, Maxillaria bomboizensis, Maxillaria brachybulbon, Maxillaria brachypetala, Maxillaria brachypoda, Maxillaria bracteata,

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,