Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schlechteriana
ID:
239531

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.T.Atwood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 9: 231 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238863



Common Names

  • Maxillaria schlechteriana
  • Schlechteriana Maxillaria
  • Schlechteriana Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria wrightii imbricata (Schltr.) Ames & Correll [unknown]
  • Ornithidium schlechterianum C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Camaridium imbricatum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Viracocha imbricata (Schltr.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria schlechteriana (also called Schlechteriana 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 yellow flowers with purple lips. It is found in humid forests and grows best in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria schlechteriana 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

Maxillaria schlechteriana has small, yellow flowers with a red lip. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria schlechteriana can be propagated by division of the clump or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Maxillaria schlechteriana

Maxillaria schlechteriana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria schlechteriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria schlechteriana?

Maxillaria schlechteriana

What is the common name of Maxillaria schlechteriana?

Schlechteriana Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria schlechteriana?

Maxillaria schlechteriana 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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