Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
magliana
ID:
1333211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Molinari

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 298 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345665



Common Names

  • Maxillaria magliana
  • Magliana Maxillaria
  • Magliana


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Description

Maxillaria magliana (also called Magliana Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, erect stem. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in humid forests. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria magliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria magliana has a small, yellow flower with a white lip and a long, thin seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have two or three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria magliana is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers warm temperatures and moist soil. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. It should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Maxillaria magliana

Maxillaria magliana is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria magliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria magliana?

Maxillaria magliana

What is the common name of Maxillaria magliana?

Magliana's Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria magliana?

Tropical rainforests of 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,

References

Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.