Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
thwaitesii
ID:
234946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bennet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 5: 326 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234277



Common Names

  • Malaxis Thwaitesii
  • Thwaitesii Malaxis
  • Malaxis of Thwaitesii


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Synonyms

  • Malaxis lancifolia Kuntze [illegitimate]
  • Microstylis lancifolia Thwaites [unknown]
  • Seidenfia lancifolia (Thwaites) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis thwaitesii (also called Thwaites' 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 thwaitesii 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

Malaxis thwaitesii has small white flowers with a yellow-green center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis thwaitesii can be propagated by division or tissue culture. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Malaxis thwaitesii

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

Malaxis thwaitesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis thwaitesii?

Malaxis thwaitesii

What is the common name of Malaxis thwaitesii?

Thwaites' Adder's Mouth

What is the natural habitat of Malaxis thwaitesii?

Tropical moist montane 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,

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