Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
subtilis
ID:
1328088

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 16(1): 127 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340542





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Description

Malaxis subtilis (also called Slender Malaxis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen orchid with long, narrow leaves and small, white-to-purple flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis subtilis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has small white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malaxis subtilis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis subtilis is an epiphytic orchid that is native to India. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-drained, bark-based potting mix. Propagation is usually done by division of the pseudobulbs in early spring. The pseudobulbs should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until established. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with an orchid fertilizer.

Where to Find Malaxis subtilis

Malaxis subtilis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Malaxis subtilis FAQ

What is the common name of Malaxis subtilis?

Subtle Malaxis

What is the natural habitat of Malaxis subtilis?

Tropical rainforest

What is the flowering season of Malaxis subtilis?

Summer

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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.