Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sanantonioensis
ID:
471367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 71: 128 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470699



Common Names

  • San Antonio Maxillaria
  • San Antonia Maxillaria
  • San Antonio Maxillarie


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Synonyms

  • Mormolyca sanantonioensis (Christenson) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Xanthoxerampellia sanantonioensis (Christenson) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria sanantonioensis (also called 'San Antonio Maxillaria', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as wet meadows and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria sanantonioensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, small, with five petals. Seed: Small, black, round. Seedlings: Long, thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria sanantonioensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be grown in a variety of soils.

Where to Find Maxillaria sanantonioensis

Maxillaria sanantonioensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Maxillaria sanantonioensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria sanantonioensis?

Maxillaria sanantonioensis

Where is Maxillaria sanantonioensis found?

Maxillaria sanantonioensis is found in Mexico.

What is the flower color of Maxillaria sanantonioensis?

The flowers of Maxillaria sanantonioensis are usually yellow or white.

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,