Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bennettii
ID:
238862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 47: 189 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238194



Common Names

  • Bennettii Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Bennettii
  • Maxillaria of Bennettii


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Description

Maxillaria bennettii (also called Bennett's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Costa Rica. It has short, cylindrical pseudobulbs and long, narrow leaves. It is found in humid forests, often in shady areas, and is found in the country of Costa Rica.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria bennettii is an ornamental plant in the orchid family. It is used to decorate gardens and homes and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria bennettii has yellow flowers with a red lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria bennettii can be propagated by division, and prefers bright, indirect light and moderate humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Maxillaria bennettii

Maxillaria bennettii can be found in Central America, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Maxillaria bennettii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria bennettii?

Maxillaria bennettii

What is the common name of Maxillaria bennettii?

Bennett's Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria bennettii?

Maxillaria bennettii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-122344: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.