Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
atrovinacea
ID:
914005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 9: 144 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913340



Common Names

  • Maxillaria atrovinacea
  • Atrovinacea's Maxillaria
  • Atrovinacea Maxillaria


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Description

Maxillaria atrovinacea (also called Dark-Veined Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, slender leaves. It is native to Central America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria atrovinacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria atrovinacea has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria atrovinacea is a tropical epiphytic orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or through seed. It prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil and should be kept in partial shade. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Maxillaria atrovinacea

Maxillaria atrovinacea can be found in the tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria atrovinacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria atrovinacea?

Maxillaria atrovinacea

What type of plant is Maxillaria atrovinacea?

Orchid

Where is Maxillaria atrovinacea found?

Colombia

Species in the Maxillaria genus

Maxillaria acervata, Maxillaria aciantha, Maxillaria acostae, Maxillaria acuminata, Maxillaria acutifolia, Maxillaria adendrobium, Maxillaria adolphi, Maxillaria adscendens, Maxillaria aequiloba, Maxillaria affinis, Maxillaria aggregata, Maxillaria alba, Maxillaria albata, Maxillaria albiflora, Maxillaria alfaroi, Maxillaria allenii, Maxillaria alpestris, Maxillaria alticola, Maxillaria amabilis, Maxillaria amblyantha, Maxillaria anatomorum, Maxillaria anceps, Maxillaria angustibulbosa, Maxillaria angustisegmenta, Maxillaria angustissima, Maxillaria antioquiana, Maxillaria appendiculoides, Maxillaria arachnites, Maxillaria arachnitiflora, Maxillaria arbuscula, Maxillaria argyrophylla, Maxillaria augustae-victoriae, Maxillaria aurea, Maxillaria auyantepuiensis, Maxillaria azulensis, Maxillaria barbosae, Maxillaria batemanii, Maxillaria bennettii, Maxillaria bicallosa, Maxillaria binotii, Maxillaria biolleyi, Maxillaria bocazensis, Maxillaria bolivarensis, Maxillaria boliviensis, Maxillaria bolleoides, Maxillaria bomboizensis, Maxillaria brachybulbon, Maxillaria brachypetala, Maxillaria brachypoda, Maxillaria bracteata,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-458317: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.