Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fucata
ID:
239069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 26: 616 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238401

Common Names

  • Maxillaria fucata
  • Fucata Maxillaria
  • Stained Maxillaria

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Description

Maxillaria fucata (also called Fucata Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in humid, shady forests, usually in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria fucata is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria fucata has small, yellow-green flowers with a pleasant scent and a long, thin lip. The seed is round and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria fucata is an epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-drained, medium-rich soil. Propagation is done through division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Maxillaria fucata

Maxillaria fucata is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Maxillaria fucata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria fucata?

Maxillaria fucata is native to Costa Rica and Panama.

What type of soil does Maxillaria fucata prefer?

Maxillaria fucata prefers well-draining, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

How much light does Maxillaria fucata need?

Maxillaria fucata needs bright, indirect light.

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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