Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
montezumae
ID:
1333330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arévalo & Christenson) Molinari

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 300 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345784





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Description

Maxillaria montezumae (also called 'Montezumae', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is characterized by its small, yellow flowers with a yellowish-green labellum.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria montezumae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has a sweet, citrus-like flavor and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria montezumae is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with yellowish-green petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria montezumae is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Mexico. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Maxillaria montezumae

Maxillaria montezumae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria montezumae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria montezumae?

Maxillaria montezumae

What is the common name of Maxillaria montezumae?

Montezuma's Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria montezumae?

It is found in the tropical forests 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

Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.
Rafael Arévalo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arévalo' in the authors string.