Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
234477

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 673 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233808



Common Names

  • Densiflora Malaxis
  • Densiflora Tailflower
  • Densiflora Flamingo Flower


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Synonyms

  • Liparis densiflora A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Malaxis densiflora luteola (Hook.f.) P.K.Sarkar [unknown]
  • Microstylis densiflora (A.Rich.) Alston [unknown]
  • Microstylis luteola Wight [unknown]
  • Microstylis pratensis Ridl. [unknown]
  • Microstylis versicolor Wight [illegitimate]
  • Microstylis versicolor luteola (Wight) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Seidenfia densiflora (A.Rich.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Corymborkis densiflora (A.Rich.) M.R.Almeida [unknown]

Description

Malaxis densiflora (also called Dense-Flowered 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 densiflora 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 densiflora 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 densiflora is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagate by dividing the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Malaxis densiflora

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

Malaxis densiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis densiflora?

Malaxis densiflora

What is the common name of Malaxis densiflora?

Dense-flowered malaxis

What type of plant is Malaxis densiflora?

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-118218: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.