Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hispaniolae
ID:
234549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 1(5): 14 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233880



Common Names

  • Hispaniolae Malaxis
  • Hispaniolae Malaxis Plant
  • Hispaniolae Malaxis Flower


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Synonyms

  • Microstylis hispaniolae Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis hispaniolae (also called Hispaniola 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 hispaniolae is used as an ornamental plant. Its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. The leaves and stems of the plant can be used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malaxis hispaniolae has small, white flowers with a yellow spadix. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis hispaniolae 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 hispaniolae

Malaxis hispaniolae is native to the Dominican Republic.

Malaxis hispaniolae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis hispaniolae?

Malaxis hispaniolae

What are the common names of Malaxis hispaniolae?

Hispaniola Adder's-mouth

What is the flower color of Malaxis hispaniolae?

Greenish-white

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-118284: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.