Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
muscifera
ID:
234720

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 673 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234051



Common Names

  • Malaxis muscifera
  • Musky Malaxis
  • Musky Bog-orchid


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Synonyms

  • Microstylis muscifera (Lindl.) Ridl. [unknown]
  • Dienia muscifera Lindl. [unknown]
  • Malaxis muscifera (Lindl.) Grubov [unknown]

Description

Malaxis muscifera (also called 'Musky 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 muscifera has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It has also been used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malaxis muscifera 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 muscifera can be propagated by division of the rhizomes and by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in early spring or late summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be grown in partial shade.

Where to Find Malaxis muscifera

Malaxis muscifera is found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Malaxis muscifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis muscifera?

Malaxis muscifera

What is the common name of Malaxis muscifera?

Musk-scented Adder's-mouth

Where is Malaxis muscifera 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-118439: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.