Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
miniata
ID:
239303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 1(3): 14 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238635

Common Names

  • Maxillaria miniata
  • Miniata Orchid
  • Miniature Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria rolfei P.Ortiz [unknown]
  • Ornithidium bicolor Rolfe [unknown]
  • Ornithidium miniatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria rubropunctata Christenson [illegitimate]

Description

Maxillaria miniata (also called Maxillaria miniata, 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 miniata is used as an ornamental plant and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria miniata is yellow-green in color and has a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria miniata is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers bright, indirect light and warm temperatures. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Maxillaria miniata

Maxillaria miniata is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria miniata FAQ

What is the common name of Maxillaria miniata?

Miniata Maxillaria

What is the ideal temperature for Maxillaria miniata?

Maxillaria miniata prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Maxillaria miniata?

Maxillaria miniata prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:155165-2: Based on the initial data import