Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
compacta
ID:
238958

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 99 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238290



Common Names

  • Maxillaria compacta
  • Compact Maxillaria
  • Compacta Maxillaria


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Synonyms

  • Ornithidium compactum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria maldonadoensis J.T.Atwood [unknown]
  • Ornithidium maldonadoense (J.T.Atwood) M.A.Blanco & Ojeda [unknown]
  • Adamanthus compactus (Schltr.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]
  • Laricorchis maldonadoensis (J.T.Atwood) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria compacta (also called Maxillaria compacta, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a compact growth habit and produces large, yellow-green flowers. The plant prefers partial shade and high humidity, and is found in humid forests, along rivers, and in cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria compacta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties. The flowers of Maxillaria compacta can be used for making perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria compacta is yellowish-green in color, with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria compacta is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation can be done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Maxillaria compacta

Maxillaria compacta is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Maxillaria compacta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria compacta?

Maxillaria compacta

What is the common name of Maxillaria compacta?

Compact Maxillaria

Where does Maxillaria compacta grow?

Maxillaria compacta is found in Costa Rica and Panama

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-122430: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.