Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
barbosae
ID:
238855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loefgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 2: 60 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238187

Common Names

  • Barbosae Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Barbosae
  • Maxillaria of Barbosae

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Synonyms

  • Brasiliorchis barbozae (Loefgr.) R.B.Singer, S.Koehler & Carnevali [unknown]
  • Bolbidium barbozae (Loefgr.) J.M.H.Shaw [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria barbosae (also called Barbosa's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Brazil. It has short, cylindrical pseudobulbs and long, narrow leaves. It is found in humid forests, often in shady areas, and is found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria barbosae 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 barbosae has yellow flowers with a red lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria barbosae 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 barbosae

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

Maxillaria barbosae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria barbosae?

Maxillaria barbosae

What is the common name of Maxillaria barbosae?

Barbos Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria barbosae?

Maxillaria barbosae is native to the tropical rainforests 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,