Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rostratula
ID:
465990

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465322



Common Names

  • Rostratula Malaxis
  • Malaxis Rostratula
  • Beaked Malaxis


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Description

Malaxis rostratula (also called 'Rostrate Adder's-mouth', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, green, lanceolate leaf. It is native to the tropical Americas and grows in wet forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis rostratula is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malaxis rostratula is a small, white to pale green, bell-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis rostratula 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 rostratula

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

Malaxis rostratula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis rostratula?

Malaxis rostratula

What is the natural habitat of Malaxis rostratula?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average size of Malaxis rostratula?

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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