Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sanguinea
ID:
239518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 8 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238850



Common Names

  • Maxillaria sanguinea
  • Sanguinea Orchid
  • Blood Red Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Maxillariella sanguinea (Rolfe) M.A.Blanco & Carnevali [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria sanguinea (also called Blood-red Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an upright growth habit and produces clusters of bright red flowers with yellow lips. It is found in humid forests and grows best in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria sanguinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of perfumes and essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria sanguinea is yellow and tubular in shape. It has a sweet scent and is about 2 cm in length. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is about 2 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria sanguinea is a tropical orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become soggy. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season and repotted every two to three years. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.

Where to Find Maxillaria sanguinea

Maxillaria sanguinea can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.

Maxillaria sanguinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria sanguinea?

Maxillaria sanguinea

What is the common name of Maxillaria sanguinea?

Sanguinea Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria sanguinea?

Maxillaria sanguinea is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

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,