Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
superflua
ID:
239602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 4: 323 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238934



Common Names

  • Maxillaria superflua
  • Superflua Maxillaria
  • Superflua Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria longifolia Cogn. [illegitimate]
  • Maxillaria tarumaensis Hoehne [unknown]
  • Heterotaxis superflua (Rchb.f.) F.Barros [unknown]
  • Dicrypta longifolia Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Heterotaxis longifolia (Barb.Rodr.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria superflua (also called 'Superfluous Maxillaria', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees in tropical rainforests, and has a small, globose pseudobulb with two to three leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with a reddish-brown lip.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria superflua 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 superflua is yellow and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria superflua is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Maxillaria superflua

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

Maxillaria superflua FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria superflua?

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

What type of soil is best for Maxillaria superflua?

Maxillaria superflua prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Maxillaria superflua need?

Maxillaria superflua prefers bright, indirect light.

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,