Maxillaria errata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
errata
ID:
806809
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 69: 80 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806143
Common Names
- Maxillaria errata
- Erratic Maxillaria
- Erratic Spider Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Maxillaria errata (also called 'Errata Maxillaria', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 10 cm tall, with small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Maxillaria errata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Maxillaria errata is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maxillaria errata is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 10cm in height. It is best grown in partial shade in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Propagation is usually done by division, which should be done in spring or summer. The divisions should be potted up into individual pots and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Maxillaria errata
Maxillaria errata can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Maxillaria errata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maxillaria errata?
Maxillaria errata
What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria errata?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the care requirements for Maxillaria errata?
Maxillaria errata prefers bright, indirect light and regular watering.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344408: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.