Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
strictifolia
ID:
471395

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Orquídeas Colombia : 284 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470727

Common Names

  • Strict-Leaved Maxillaria
  • Strict Maxillaria
  • Strict-Leaved Maxillariella

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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria angustifolia Schltr. [illegitimate]

Description

Maxillaria strictifolia (also called Strict-leaved Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria strictifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria strictifolia has yellow flowers with a red lip. Its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria strictifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division and seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers and prefers a slightly acidic soil.

Where to Find Maxillaria strictifolia

Maxillaria strictifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Maxillaria strictifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria strictifolia?

Maxillaria strictifolia

What is the common name of Maxillaria strictifolia?

Strict-leaved Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria strictifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Central and 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,

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