Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elatior
ID:
239034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 532 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238366



Common Names

  • Maxillaria Elatior
  • Elatior Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Taller


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria alberti Schltr. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria triangularis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Camaridium xylobiichilum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Maxillariella elatior (Rchb.) M.A.Blanco & Carnevali [unknown]
  • Dicrypta elatior Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleuranthium albertii (Schltr.) Brieger [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria elatior (also called Tall Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with yellow-orange flowers. It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in humid tropical forests. It is found in humid lowland forests, as well as in cloud forests at higher elevations.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria elatior is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria elatior has small yellow flowers with a pleasant fragrance. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria elatior can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires a warm climate and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Maxillaria elatior

Maxillaria elatior is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Maxillaria elatior FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria elatior?

Maxillaria elatior is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What type of soil does Maxillaria elatior prefer?

Maxillaria elatior prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Maxillaria elatior need?

Maxillaria elatior needs bright, indirect light.

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,