Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pergracilis
ID:
1331076

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Schuit. & M.W.Chase

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 225: 24 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343530



Common Names

  • Maxillaria pergracilis
  • Pergracilis Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria pergracilis


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Description

Maxillaria pergracilis (also called Graceful Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in montane and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria pergracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria pergracilis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria pergracilis is a tropical plant that is best propagated from division. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. To propagate, divide the rhizomes of a mature plant and replant them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy, and the divisions should take root in a few weeks. Once the roots have developed, the plant can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Maxillaria pergracilis

Maxillaria pergracilis is native to Mexico. It can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams and rivers.

Maxillaria pergracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria pergracilis?

Maxillaria pergracilis

What is the common name of Maxillaria pergracilis?

Pergracilis Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria pergracilis?

It is found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.