Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
turbinata
ID:
1333349

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Molinari

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 303 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345803



Common Names

  • Maxillaria Turbinata
  • Turbinate Maxillaria
  • Turbinated Maxillaria


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Description

Maxillaria turbinata (also called 'Turbinata', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is characterized by its small, yellow flowers with a yellowish-green labellum.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria turbinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has a sweet, citrus-like flavor and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria turbinata is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria turbinata is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers partial shade and moderate water. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Maxillaria turbinata

Maxillaria turbinata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Maxillaria turbinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria turbinata?

Maxillaria turbinata

What is the common name of Maxillaria turbinata?

Turbinate Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria turbinata?

It is found in the tropical forests of 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,

References

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.