Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
friderici-caroli
ID:
239067

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 100 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238399



Common Names

  • Maxillaria friderici-caroli
  • Friderici-Caroli Maxillaria
  • Frederick-Charles Maxillaria


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Synonyms

  • Ornithidium lehmannii Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria friderici-caroli (also called Friderici-Caroli Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in humid, shady forests, usually in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria friderici-caroli 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 friderici-caroli has yellow-green flowers with a pleasant scent and a long, thin lip. The seed is round and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria friderici-caroli is an epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-drained, medium-rich soil. Propagation is done through division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Maxillaria friderici-caroli

Maxillaria friderici-caroli is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Maxillaria friderici-caroli FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria friderici-caroli?

Maxillaria friderici-caroli is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What type of soil does Maxillaria friderici-caroli prefer?

Maxillaria friderici-caroli prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Maxillaria friderici-caroli need?

Maxillaria friderici-caroli 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,

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