Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longipes
ID:
239248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl. in Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 154 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238580



Common Names

  • Maxillaria longipes
  • Maxillaria
  • Longipes Stock


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Description

Maxillaria longipes (also called Long-footed Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers with a purple lip. It grows in humid forests, usually in the understory, at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria longipes is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and greenhouses. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Maxillaria longipes 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 longipes is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It requires well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Maxillaria longipes

Maxillaria longipes is native to Colombia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Andes Mountains.

Maxillaria longipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria longipes?

Maxillaria longipes

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria longipes?

Maxillaria longipes is native to Central and South America.

What are the blooming times of Maxillaria longipes?

Maxillaria longipes typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122698: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.