Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
beckendorfii
ID:
1333117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Carnevali) Molinari

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 294 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345571



Common Names

  • Maxillaria Beckendorfii
  • Beckendorfii Maxillaria
  • Beckendorfii's Maxillaria


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Description

Maxillaria beckendorfii (also called Beckendorf's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in wet, shady areas such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria beckendorfii is used as an ornamental plant and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria beckendorfii has small, white to pale yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have lance-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria beckendorfii can be propagated through division of the clumps of the plant. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in an area that receives bright, indirect sunlight. It is also drought tolerant and can survive in temperatures as low as -15°C.

Where to Find Maxillaria beckendorfii

Maxillaria beckendorfii is native to Central America, and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Maxillaria beckendorfii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria beckendorfii?

Maxillaria beckendorfii

What color are the flowers of Maxillaria beckendorfii?

White

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria beckendorfii?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.