Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lutheri
ID:
239267

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.T.Atwood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 19: 257 (1998 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238599

Common Names

  • Maxillaria lutheri
  • Luther's Maxillaria
  • Luther's Spider Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Camaridium lutheri (J.T.Atwood) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Viracocha lutheri (J.T.Atwood) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria lutheri (also called Maxillaria lutheri, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America and northern South America. It has a single, leathery, lanceolate leaf and produces fragrant, yellowish-brown flowers. It grows in humid forests and cloud forests, often at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria lutheri is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and greenhouses. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Maxillaria lutheri is yellow with a red lip and has a pleasant scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria lutheri is a semi-epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept warm and humid until germination occurs.

Where to Find Maxillaria lutheri

Maxillaria lutheri is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the rainforests of the Caribbean slope.

Maxillaria lutheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria lutheri?

Maxillaria lutheri

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria lutheri?

Maxillaria lutheri is native to Central and South America.

What are the blooming times of Maxillaria lutheri?

Maxillaria lutheri typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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,

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