Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
monacensis
ID:
239314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 49 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238646



Common Names

  • Monacensis Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Monacensis
  • Monacensis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Rhetinantha monacensis (Kraenzl.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Rhetinantha betancurii Szlach. & Kolan. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria tatianae Molinari [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria monacensis (also called Mona's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Costa Rica and Panama. It has a single, long-lasting, yellow-green flower with a white lip. It grows in humid forests, often on trees or shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria monacensis 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 monacensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment and partial shade. The plant should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. It can be propagated through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). The seedlings should be kept in a humid environment and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Maxillaria monacensis

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

Maxillaria monacensis FAQ

What is the common name of Maxillaria monacensis?

Monacensis Maxillaria

What is the ideal temperature for Maxillaria monacensis?

Maxillaria monacensis prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Maxillaria monacensis?

Maxillaria monacensis 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,