Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cogniauxiana
ID:
234436

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Pabst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 29: 164 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233767



Common Names

  • Cogniauxiana Malaxis
  • Cogniauxiana Tailflower
  • Cogniauxiana Flamingo Flower


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Synonyms

  • Microstylis cogniauxiana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Microstylis gracilis Cogn. [illegitimate]

Description

Malaxis cogniauxiana (also called Cogniaux's 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 cogniauxiana 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 cogniauxiana 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 cogniauxiana 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 cogniauxiana

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

Malaxis cogniauxiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis cogniauxiana?

Malaxis cogniauxiana

What is the common name of Malaxis cogniauxiana?

Cogniaux's malaxis

What type of plant is Malaxis cogniauxiana?

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-118181: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.