Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macrantha
ID:
1411732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Molinari

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 302. 2015 [3 Jul 2015] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424197


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Description

Maxillaria macrantha (also called Macrantha Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces yellow flowers with purple spots. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates and can be found in rainforests, cloud forests, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria macrantha has a small, yellow flower with a faint scent. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria macrantha is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm and humid environment, with bright indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly but do not allow the soil to become soggy.

Where to Find Maxillaria macrantha

Maxillaria macrantha can be found in Central America.

Maxillaria macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria macrantha?

Maxillaria macrantha

What is the common name of Maxillaria macrantha?

Macrantha Maxillaria

Where is Maxillaria macrantha found?

It is found in the tropical regions of South America

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

João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.