Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
valerioi
ID:
239666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 10: 96 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238998



Common Names

  • Maxillaria valerioi
  • Valerioi Maxillaria
  • Valerioi Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Camaridium valerioi (Ames & C.Schweinf.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Adamanthus valerioi (Ames & C.Schweinf.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria valerioi (also called Valerio's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an erect, simple stem with a single leaf at the apex and a few small, white flowers with yellow and purple spots. It is found in humid forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria valerioi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for bees and other pollinators. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria valerioi is yellow with a red lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria valerioi is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Maxillaria valerioi

Maxillaria valerioi is native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Maxillaria valerioi FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria valerioi?

Maxillaria valerioi is native to tropical rainforests in Brazil

What is the ideal temperature range for Maxillaria valerioi?

Maxillaria valerioi prefers temperatures between 18-25°C (64-77°F)

What is the optimal light requirement for Maxillaria valerioi?

Maxillaria valerioi 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,

References

Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:155339-2: Based on the initial data import