Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vittariifolia
ID:
239695

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Ceiba 4: 38 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239027



Common Names

  • Maxillaria vittariifolia
  • Vittariifolia Maxillaria
  • Vittariifolia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Camaridium vittariifolium (L.O.Williams) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Psittacoglossum vittariifolium (L.O.Williams) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria vittariifolia (also called Vittariifolia 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 small, yellow flowers. It prefers warm and humid climates and is typically found growing on trees in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria vittariifolia 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 vittariifolia 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 vittariifolia 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 vittariifolia

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

Maxillaria vittariifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria vittariifolia?

Maxillaria vittariifolia is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What is the size of Maxillaria vittariifolia?

Maxillaria vittariifolia typically grows to be about 3-4 inches in size.

What is the flower color of Maxillaria vittariifolia?

Maxillaria vittariifolia has white to yellowish-green flowers.

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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