Maxillaria canarina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canarina
ID:
914009
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 1: 21 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913344
Common Names
- Maxillaria canarina
- Canarina's Maxillaria
- Canarina Maxillaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Maxillaria canarina (also called Canary 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 canarina 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 canarina has white flowers with yellow and pink markings. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maxillaria canarina 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 canarina
Maxillaria canarina can be found in the tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests of Central and South America.
Maxillaria canarina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maxillaria canarina?
Maxillaria canarina
What type of plant is Maxillaria canarina?
Orchid
Where is Maxillaria canarina 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-458320: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.