Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sanguineomaculata
ID:
239519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 9: 164 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238851



Common Names

  • Maxillaria sanguineomaculata
  • Sanguineomaculata Orchid
  • Blood Spotted Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Dichaea arbuscula Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria sanguineomaculata (also called Spotted 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 spots. It is found in humid forests and grows best in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria sanguineomaculata 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 sanguineomaculata 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 sanguineomaculata 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 sanguineomaculata

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

Maxillaria sanguineomaculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria sanguineomaculata?

Maxillaria sanguineomaculata

What is the common name of Maxillaria sanguineomaculata?

Sanguineomaculata Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria sanguineomaculata?

Maxillaria sanguineomaculata 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,

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