Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
239308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Orchidées 4: 363 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238640



Common Names

  • Maxillaria mirabilis
  • Mirabilis Orchid
  • Wonderful Orchid


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Description

Maxillaria mirabilis (also called Maxillaria mirabilis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, short, erect stem with a few leaves. The flowers are small, yellow and fragrant. It is found in humid tropical forests, often on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria mirabilis is used as an ornamental plant and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria mirabilis is yellow-green in color and has a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria mirabilis 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 mirabilis

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

Maxillaria mirabilis FAQ

What is the common name of Maxillaria mirabilis?

Mirabilis Maxillaria

What is the ideal temperature for Maxillaria mirabilis?

Maxillaria mirabilis prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Maxillaria mirabilis?

Maxillaria mirabilis prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

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,