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
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.
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,