Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
labrosa
ID:
234596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Acuña

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bol. Estaçión Exp. Agron. Santiago de las Vegas 60: 56 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233927



Common Names

  • Labrosa Malaxis
  • Labrosa Malaxis Plant
  • Labrosa Malaxis Flower


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Synonyms

  • Microstylis labrosa Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis labrosa (also called 'Bog Adder's-mouth', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Louisiana. It grows in wet, acidic habitats, such as bogs, seeps, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis labrosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malaxis labrosa 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 labrosa 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 labrosa

Malaxis labrosa is native to Colombia.

Malaxis labrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis labrosa?

Malaxis labrosa

What are the common names of Malaxis labrosa?

Large-lipped Adder's-mouth

What is the flower color of Malaxis labrosa?

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-118326: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Julián Baldomero Acuña Galé (1900-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acuña' in the authors string.