Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
histionantha
ID:
234550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link, Klotzsch & Otto) Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 226 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233881



Common Names

  • Histionantha Malaxis
  • Histionantha Malaxis Plant
  • Histionantha Malaxis Flower


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Synonyms

  • Microstylis brenesii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Microstylis histionantha Link [unknown]

Description

Malaxis histionantha (also called Histionanthe 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 histionantha 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 histionantha 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 histionantha 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 histionantha

Malaxis histionantha is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Malaxis histionantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis histionantha?

Malaxis histionantha

What are the common names of Malaxis histionantha?

Hairy-flowered Adder's-mouth

What is the flower color of Malaxis histionantha?

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-118285: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Christoph Friedrich Otto (1782-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Otto' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.