Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
234903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 118 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234234



Common Names

  • Spicata Malaxis
  • Spicata
  • Spicata Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Malaxis brittonii Acuña [unknown]
  • Malaxis confusa (Cogn.) C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Malaxis floridana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malaxis integra Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Microstylis confusa Cogn. [unknown]
  • Microstylis floridana Chapman [unknown]
  • Microstylis integra Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Microstylis spicata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Achroanthes floridana Greene [unknown]
  • Malaxis spicata trifoliata P.M.Br. [unknown]
  • Malaxis spicata morganiae P.M.Br. [unknown]
  • Malaxis spicata variagata P.M.Br., P.Subrahm. & J.Subrahm. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis spicata (also called Spicate malaxis, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid with a single, thin, erect stem. It has a single, thin, erect leaf and a single, small, white flower. It is native to Central America and grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malaxis spicata is a small, greenish-white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis spicata can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a shady area with well-draining soil. It should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Malaxis spicata

Malaxis spicata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru.

Malaxis spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis spicata?

Malaxis spicata

What is the common name of Malaxis spicata?

Spiked Adder's Mouth

What is the natural habitat of Malaxis spicata?

Tropical moist forests of Central 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,

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