Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pacholskii
ID:
471301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 111: 288 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470633

Common Names

  • Pacholski's Maxillaria
  • Pacholski's Maxillarie
  • Pacholski's Spider Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Christensonella pacholskii (Christenson) S.Koehler [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria pacholskii (also called the Pacholski's Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has yellow-green flowers and a short stem, and grows in humid environments on trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria pacholskii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat sore throats and reduce inflammation. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria pacholskii has small, star-shaped flowers that are white to pale yellow in color. The flowers are borne in clusters of up to 15 and have five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are slender and upright with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria pacholskii is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Maxillaria pacholskii

Maxillaria pacholskii can be found in Ecuador.

Maxillaria pacholskii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria pacholskii?

Maxillaria pacholskii

What is the common name of Maxillaria pacholskii?

Pacholski's Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria pacholskii?

Tropical rainforests

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,