Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sessilis
ID:
239543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 155 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238875



Common Names

  • Maxillaria sessilis
  • Sessile Maxillaria
  • Sessilis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Sauvetrea sessilis (Lindl.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria sessilis (also called Sessile 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 sessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria sessilis is yellow and has a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria sessilis 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 sessilis

Maxillaria sessilis can be found in the rainforests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria sessilis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria sessilis?

Maxillaria sessilis is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

What is the flower color of Maxillaria sessilis?

Maxillaria sessilis has yellow or orange flowers.

What is the size of Maxillaria sessilis?

Maxillaria sessilis is a small to medium-sized epiphytic orchid.

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,