Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
infausta
ID:
239174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 3: 216 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238506



Common Names

  • Maxillaria infausta
  • Infausta Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Infausta


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Synonyms

  • Maxillariella infausta (Rchb.f.) M.A.Blanco & Carnevali [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria infausta (also called Maxillaria infausta, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America and northern South America. It has a single, leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaf and produces fragrant, yellowish-brown flowers. It grows in humid forests and cloud forests, often at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria infausta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Maxillaria infausta is yellow with a red lip and has a pleasant scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria infausta can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm, and the seedlings should emerge in a few weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Maxillaria infausta

Maxillaria infausta can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria infausta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria infausta?

Maxillaria infausta

What type of plant is Maxillaria infausta?

Orchid

Where is Maxillaria infausta native to?

Central and South America

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,