Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maxibractea
ID:
839881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.E.Benn. & Oakeley) Archila

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Revista Guatemalensis 6(1): 3 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839216

Common Names

  • Maxibractea Sudamerlycaste
  • Sudamerlycaste
  • Maxibractea

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Description

Sudamerlycaste maxibractea (also called Maxibractea Sudamerlycaste, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats, from dry forests to moist mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sudamerlycaste maxibractea is an attractive ornamental plant, often grown for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It can also be used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sudamerlycaste maxibractea is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, serrated leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sudamerlycaste maxibractea is a slow-growing, epiphytic palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers warm, humid climates and needs bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Sudamerlycaste maxibractea

Sudamerlycaste maxibractea can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sudamerlycaste maxibractea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sudamerlycaste maxibractea?

Sudamerlycaste maxibractea

What is the common name of Sudamerlycaste maxibractea?

Maxibractea Sudamerlycaste

What is the natural habitat of Sudamerlycaste maxibractea?

It is native to tropical South America

Species in the Sudamerlycaste genus

Sudamerlycaste hirtzii, Sudamerlycaste locusta, Sudamerlycaste lanipes, Sudamerlycaste grandis, Sudamerlycaste andreettae, Sudamerlycaste fulvescens, Sudamerlycaste fimbriata, Sudamerlycaste linguella, Sudamerlycaste reichenbachii, Sudamerlycaste rossyi, Sudamerlycaste peruviana, Sudamerlycaste nana, Sudamerlycaste dyeriana, Sudamerlycaste ciliata, Sudamerlycaste barringtoniae, Sudamerlycaste cinnabarina, Sudamerlycaste cobbiana, Sudamerlycaste costata, Sudamerlycaste diastasia, Sudamerlycaste dunstervillei, Sudamerlycaste gigantea, Sudamerlycaste heynderycxii, Sudamerlycaste lata, Sudamerlycaste maxibractea, Sudamerlycaste shigerui, Sudamerlycaste tornemezae, Sudamerlycaste troyanoi, Sudamerlycaste uribei, Sudamerlycaste ariasii, Sudamerlycaste barrowiorum, Sudamerlycaste acaroi, Sudamerlycaste laciniata, Sudamerlycaste lionetii, Sudamerlycaste monopampanensis, Sudamerlycaste munaensis, Sudamerlycaste jimenezii, Sudamerlycaste priscilae, Sudamerlycaste ejirii, Sudamerlycaste castanea, Sudamerlycaste lacheliniae, Sudamerlycaste jamesiorum, Sudamerlycaste rikii, Sudamerlycaste angustitepala, Sudamerlycaste pegueroi, Sudamerlycaste insolita,

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-376540: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Henry Francis Oakeley (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oakeley' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.