Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
auyantepuiensis
ID:
238850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foldats

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 22: 269 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238182

Common Names

  • Auyantepui Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Auyantepuiensis
  • Maxillaria of Auyantepui

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Synonyms

  • Mapinguari auyantepuiensis (Foldats) Carnevali & R.B.Singer [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis (also called Auyantepui Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Venezuela. It has short, cylindrical pseudobulbs and long, narrow leaves. It is found in humid forests, often in shady areas, and is found in the country of Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis is an ornamental plant in the orchid family. It is used to decorate gardens and homes and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis has small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip and dark purple spots. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis can be propagated by division, and prefers bright, indirect light and moderate humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Maxillaria auyantepuiensis

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis can be found in Central America, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria auyantepuiensis?

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis

Where is Maxillaria auyantepuiensis found?

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis is found in Venezuela.

What type of environment does Maxillaria auyantepuiensis prefer?

Maxillaria auyantepuiensis prefers humid, tropical environments.

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,