Maxillaria atwoodiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atwoodiana
ID:
471209
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pupulin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 54(5): 563 (-566; figs. 16-17) (18 Dec. 2003).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470541
Common Names
- Atwood's Maxillaria
- Atwood's Spider Orchid
- Maxillaria Atwoodiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Maxillaria atwoodiana (also called Atwood's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a single, long-lasting, fragrant flower that is usually white or yellow in color. It prefers humid, shady environments and is often found growing on trees in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Maxillaria atwoodiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Maxillaria atwoodiana is a yellowish-greenish color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maxillaria atwoodiana is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Maxillaria atwoodiana
Maxillaria atwoodiana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Maxillaria atwoodiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maxillaria atwoodiana?
Maxillaria atwoodiana
What is the family of Maxillaria atwoodiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Maxillaria atwoodiana?
Atwood's maxillaria
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-254204: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.