Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maculatum
ID:
336380

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 5: 189 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335712

Common Names

  • Zygopetalum maculatum
  • Spotted Zygopetalum
  • Spotted Zygopetalum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria maculata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum bolivianum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum intermedium Hort.Petrop. ex Regel [illegitimate]
  • Zygopetalum intermedium Lodd. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum mackayi Hook. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum rivieri Carrière [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum velutinum Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Broughtonia maculata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum intermedium peruvianum Rolfe [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum mackayi intermedium Mutel [unknown]
  • Dendrobium maculatum Kunth [unknown]
  • Eulophia mackaiana Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Zygopetalum maculatum (also called Spotted Zygopetalum, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid species with a slender, upright stem and spotted leaves. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, where it typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as under the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Zygopetalum maculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, as it is a low-growing plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zygopetalum maculatum is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, ovate-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygopetalum maculatum is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab or tree fern. It prefers medium to bright light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Zygopetalum maculatum

Zygopetalum maculatum is native to South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Zygopetalum maculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygopetalum maculatum?

Zygopetalum maculatum

What is the common name of Zygopetalum maculatum?

Maculatum Zygopetalum

What is the natural habitat of Zygopetalum maculatum?

Tropical and sub-tropical regions

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-216088: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.