Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
moralesii
ID:
239320

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carnevali & J.T.Atwood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 31 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238652



Common Names

  • Moralesii Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Moralesii
  • Moralesii Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Mormolyca moralesii (Carnevali & J.T.Atwood) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Xanthoxerampellia moralesii (Carnevali & J.T.Atwood) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria moralesii (also called Morales' 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 moralesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria moralesii 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 moralesii 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 moralesii

Maxillaria moralesii is native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Maxillaria moralesii FAQ

What is the common name of Maxillaria moralesii?

Moralesii Maxillaria

What is the ideal temperature for Maxillaria moralesii?

Maxillaria moralesii prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Maxillaria moralesii?

Maxillaria moralesii 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,

References

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
John T. Atwood (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Atwood' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301429-2: Based on the initial data import