Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fritzii
ID:
1324970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ojeda & Carnevali) Christenson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Maxillaria Monogr. 1: 327 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337424



Common Names

  • Fritzii Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Plant
  • Chinese Maxillaria


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Description

Maxillaria fritzii (also called Fritz's maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It grows in humid, shady habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and yellow and red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria fritzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria fritzii is small, white in color and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria fritzii is a perennial herb and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Maxillaria fritzii

Maxillaria fritzii can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Maxillaria fritzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria fritzii?

Maxillaria fritzii

What is the common name of Maxillaria fritzii?

Fritzii

What is the family of Maxillaria fritzii?

Orchidaceae

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

Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Isidro Ojeda (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ojeda' in the authors string.