Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
234414

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 10: 32 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233745



Common Names

  • Malaxis carnosa
  • Carnosa Malaxis
  • Carnosa Malaxis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Malaxis calycina Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malaxis gracilis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malaxis monticola Ames [illegitimate]
  • Microstylis calycina (Lindl.) Ridl. [unknown]
  • Microstylis gracilis Ridl. [unknown]
  • Microstylis microtoides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Microstylis monticola Schltr. [unknown]
  • Serapias parisitica Pavon. ex Ridl. [unknown]
  • Stelis carnosa Kunth [unknown]
  • Dienia calycina Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis carnosa (also called 'Fleshy Malaxis' and 'Fleshy Adder's Mouth', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a terrestrial plant that is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including moist forests, wet meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis carnosa is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malaxis carnosa is small, greenish-white, and has a single lip. The seed is a small, round, yellowish-brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis carnosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Malaxis carnosa

Malaxis carnosa is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Malaxis carnosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis carnosa?

Malaxis carnosa

What is the common name of Malaxis carnosa?

Fleshy malaxis

What type of plant is Malaxis carnosa?

Orchid

Species in the Malaxis genus

Malaxis abieticola, Malaxis acianthoides, Malaxis adolphii, Malaxis alamaganensis, Malaxis alvaroi, Malaxis andicola, Malaxis apiculata, Malaxis aurea, Malaxis bayardii, Malaxis boliviana, Malaxis boninensis, Malaxis brachyrrhynchos, Malaxis brachystachys, Malaxis buchtienii, Malaxis bulusanensis, Malaxis cardiophylla, Malaxis carnosa, Malaxis casillasii, Malaxis chevalieri, Malaxis chica, Malaxis cipoensis, Malaxis cogniauxiana, Malaxis contrerasii, Malaxis crispifolia, Malaxis cumbensis, Malaxis densiflora, Malaxis discolor, Malaxis domingensis, Malaxis elliptica, Malaxis excavata, Malaxis fastigiata, Malaxis greenwoodiana, Malaxis hagsateri, Malaxis hieronymi, Malaxis hispaniolae, Malaxis histionantha, Malaxis hoppii, Malaxis intermedia, Malaxis iwashinae, Malaxis jaraguae, Malaxis javesiae, Malaxis johniana, Malaxis katangensis, Malaxis labrosa, Malaxis lagotis, Malaxis leonardii, Malaxis lepanthiflora, Malaxis lepidota, Malaxis licatae, Malaxis lobulata,

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-118161: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.