Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
insperata
ID:
465955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 4(1): 97. 2004 [Apr 2004]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465287



Common Names

  • Insperata Malaxis
  • Malaxis Insperata
  • Unexpected Malaxis


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Description

Malaxis insperata (also called Unsuspected Malaxis, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen herb native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 20 cm tall. It has small, lanceolate leaves that are dark green and glossy on top with a paler underside. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis insperata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Malaxis insperata has small, white flowers with three petals. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Malaxis insperata have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis insperata is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Malaxis insperata

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

Malaxis insperata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis insperata?

Malaxis insperata

What is the natural habitat of Malaxis insperata?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average size of Malaxis insperata?

The tree can reach up to 15 meters in height

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,

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