Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nivea
ID:
239347

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 1(3): 14 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238679



Common Names

  • Nivea Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Nivea
  • Nivea Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Ornithidium niveum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria nivea (also called Snowy 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 nivea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has fragrant flowers and is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria nivea has a yellow flower with red stripes. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria nivea 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 nivea

Maxillaria nivea is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Maxillaria nivea FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Maxillaria nivea?

Maxillaria nivea prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

What is the optimal light for Maxillaria nivea?

Maxillaria nivea prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal humidity for Maxillaria nivea?

Maxillaria nivea prefers a humidity of 40-60%.

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:155191-2: Based on the initial data import