Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nymphopolitana
ID:
239354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 50 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238686



Common Names

  • Nymphopolitana Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Nymphopolitana
  • Nymphopolitana Orchid


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Description

Maxillaria nymphopolitana (also called Nymphopolis 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 nymphopolitana 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 nymphopolitana has a yellow flower with white stripes. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria nymphopolitana is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of wood. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Maxillaria nymphopolitana

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

Maxillaria nymphopolitana FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Maxillaria nymphopolitana?

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

What is the optimal light for Maxillaria nymphopolitana?

Maxillaria nymphopolitana prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal humidity for Maxillaria nymphopolitana?

Maxillaria nymphopolitana 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,

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