Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
luteobrunnea
ID:
239261

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 100 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238593



Common Names

  • Maxillaria luteobrunnea
  • Yellow-brown Maxillaria
  • Yellow-brown Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Camaridium luteobrunneum Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria luteobrunnea (also called Maxillaria luteobrunnea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America and northern South America. It has a single, leathery, 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 luteobrunnea 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 luteobrunnea 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 luteobrunnea is a semi-epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept warm and humid until germination occurs.

Where to Find Maxillaria luteobrunnea

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

Maxillaria luteobrunnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria luteobrunnea?

Maxillaria luteobrunnea

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria luteobrunnea?

Maxillaria luteobrunnea is native to Central and South America.

What are the blooming times of Maxillaria luteobrunnea?

Maxillaria luteobrunnea 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

Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:982019-1: Based on the initial data import