Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Barros
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Bol. Bot. (São Paulo) 15: 31 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233761
Common Names
- Cipoensis Malaxis
- Cipoensis Tailflower
- Cipoensis Flamingo Flower
Description
Malaxis cipoensis (also called Cipó Malaxis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a small herbaceous plant with a single stem and a few leaves. It is native to the Amazon basin in South America and is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Malaxis cipoensis 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 cipoensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Malaxis cipoensis 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 cipoensis
Malaxis cipoensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Malaxis cipoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malaxis cipoensis?
Malaxis cipoensis
What is the common name of Malaxis cipoensis?
Cipo malaxis
What type of plant is Malaxis cipoensis?
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,