Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maculata
ID:
297238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(La Llave & Lex.) Soto Arenas & Salazar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 150 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296570



Common Names

  • Rhynchostele maculata
  • Spotted Star
  • Maculate Star


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Synonyms

  • Lemboglossum maculatum (La Llave & Lex.) Halb. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum maculatum Lex. [unknown]
  • Oncidium maculatum Beer [illegitimate]
  • Amparoa maculata (La Llave & Lex.) Archila [unknown]
  • Cymbiglossum maculatum (La Llave & Lex.) Halb. [unknown]

Description

Rhynchostele maculata (also called Maculata, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m. It has an erect, unbranched stem with a single, terminal inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchostele maculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhynchostele maculata sub. oestlundiana (L.O.Williams) Soto Arenas & R.Jiménez
Rhynchostele maculata sub. maculata
Rhynchostele maculata for. perotensis Soto Arenas & R.Jiménez

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchostele maculata has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchostele maculata is a small tree native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to 8 weeks.

Where to Find Rhynchostele maculata

Rhynchostele maculata can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchostele maculata FAQ

What is the common name of Rhynchostele maculata?

Spotted Rhynchostele

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchostele maculata?

Tropical dry forests

What is the average height of Rhynchostele maculata?

Up to 8 meters

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-178369: Based on the initial data import
Pablo de La Llave (1773-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Llave' in the authors string.
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.