Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aureoglobula
ID:
471214

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 71: 125 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470546



Common Names

  • Aureoglobula Maxillaria
  • Golden Globe Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Aureoglobula


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Synonyms

  • Mormolyca aureoglobula (Christenson) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Mormolyca fumea Bogarín & Pupulin [unknown]
  • Xanthoxerampellia aureoglobula (Christenson) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]
  • Maxillaria fumea (Bogarín & Pupulin) Molinari [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria aureoglobula (also called Golden Globe 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 aureoglobula 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 aureoglobula 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria aureoglobula is a tropical epiphyte that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers a well-draining potting mix and bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Maxillaria aureoglobula

Maxillaria aureoglobula can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria aureoglobula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria aureoglobula?

Maxillaria aureoglobula

What is the family of Maxillaria aureoglobula?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Maxillaria aureoglobula?

Golden-globule 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,