Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rheediana
ID:
1333623

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 37 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346077



Common Names

  • Malaxis Rheediana
  • Rheediana Malaxis
  • Malaxis Rheediana Orchid


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Description

Malaxis rheediana (also called 'Rheed's Malaxis', among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can grow up to 0.5 meters tall and has a stem diameter of up to 0.1 meters. It is found in tropical rainforests and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis rheediana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and can be used to create a lush, green look in any space. It is also known to be a good air purifier, removing toxins from the air and helping to improve air quality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malaxis rheediana has small, greenish-white flowers with a yellow lip and a long spur. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis rheediana can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It is best grown in an area with high humidity and temperatures between 10-25°C. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not wet, and to avoid direct sunlight.

Where to Find Malaxis rheediana

Malaxis rheediana is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Malaxis rheediana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis rheediana?

Malaxis rheediana

What is the common name of Malaxis rheediana?

Rheed's Malaxis

What is the natural habitat of Malaxis rheediana?

Tropical forests

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

Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.