Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
angustissima
ID:
238830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames, F.T.Hubb. & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 3: 41 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238162

Common Names

  • Maxillaria angustissima
  • Narrowest Maxillaria
  • Tiny Maxillaria

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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria acutifolia Schltr. [illegitimate]

Description

Maxillaria angustissima (also called Very Narrow Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It typically grows in humid forests and is characterized by its yellow-green flowers and long, thin leaves with very narrow segments.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria angustissima is an ornamental plant in the orchid family. It is used to decorate gardens and homes and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria angustissima has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria angustissima can be propagated by division, and prefers bright, indirect light and moderate humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Maxillaria angustissima

Maxillaria angustissima can be found in Central America, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Maxillaria angustissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria angustissima?

Maxillaria angustissima

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria angustissima?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the size of Maxillaria angustissima?

Maxillaria angustissima is a small epiphytic orchid, with pseudobulbs up to 4 cm long

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122313: Based on the initial data import
Frederic Tracy Hubbard (1875-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Hubb.' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.