Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
meleagris
ID:
239292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30(Misc.): 3 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238624



Common Names

  • Maxillaria meleagris
  • Guinea-fowl Maxillaria
  • Guinea-fowl Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria galeata Scheidw. [illegitimate]
  • Maxillaria lindeniana A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Mormolyca galeata (Scheidw.) Garay & M.Wirth [unknown]
  • Camaridium meleagris (Lindl.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Psittacoglossum lindenianum (A.Rich. & Galeotti) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]
  • Psittacoglossum meleagris (Lindl.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]
  • Maxillaria scheidweileriana Molinari [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria meleagris (also called Maxillaria meleagris, 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 meleagris is used as an ornamental plant and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria meleagris has a small, yellow flower with white stripes. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria meleagris is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers bright, indirect light and warm temperatures. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Maxillaria meleagris

Maxillaria meleagris is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria meleagris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria meleagris?

Maxillaria meleagris

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria meleagris?

Maxillaria meleagris is native to Central and South America.

What are the blooming times of Maxillaria meleagris?

Maxillaria meleagris 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,