Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
monophyllos
ID:
234705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. xxi. (1800) 234.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234036



Common Names

  • Malaxis monophyllos
  • One-leaf Malaxis
  • One-leaf Bog-orchid


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Synonyms

  • Microstylis diphylla (Cham.) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Microstylis monophyllos Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ophrys monophyllos L. [unknown]
  • Achroanthes monophyllos (L.) Greene [unknown]
  • Achroanthes monophyllos diphyllos (Cham.) Koidz. ex Masam. [unknown]
  • Malaxis monophyllos diphyllos (Cham.) Soó [unknown]
  • Malaxis monophyllos triphyllos Soó [unknown]
  • Epipactis monophylla F.W.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Achroanthes monophylla diphyllos (Cham. & Schltdl.) Koidz. ex Masam. [unknown]
  • Malaxis monophyllos monophyllos [unknown]
  • Achroanthes monophylla (L.) Greene [unknown]
  • Leptorchis japonica (Maxim.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Microstylis diphyllos Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis monophyllos (also called 'One-leaf 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 monophyllos is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Malaxis monophyllos var. brachypoda (A.Gray) F.J.A.Morris & E.A.Eames
Malaxis monophyllos var. monophyllos
Malaxis monophyllos var. obtusa Tsukaya & H.Ohba

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malaxis monophyllos is a small, greenish-white flower with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis monophyllos is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is a small, terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, organic-rich soil and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Malaxis monophyllos

Malaxis monophyllos is native to Colombia.

Malaxis monophyllos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis monophyllos?

Malaxis monophyllos

What is the common name of Malaxis monophyllos?

One-leaved Adder's-mouth

Where is Malaxis monophyllos found?

It is found in Central America, Mexico, and South America

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-118425: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.