Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rigida
ID:
239494

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 2: 206 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238826

Common Names

  • Maxillaria rigida
  • Rigida Maxillaria
  • Maxillaria Rigida

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Synonyms

  • Camaridium rigidum (Barb.Rodr.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Ornithidium rigidum (Barb.Rodr.) M.A.Blanco & Ojeda [unknown]
  • Laricorchis rigida (Barb.Rodr.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria rigida (also called Rigid Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a compact growth habit and produces yellow flowers. It is found in humid forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of perfumes and essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria rigida is yellow and tubular in shape. It has a sweet scent and is about 2 cm in length. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is about 2 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria rigida is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical areas of Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. In the winter, reduce watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Maxillaria rigida

Maxillaria rigida can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.

Maxillaria rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria rigida?

Maxillaria rigida

What is the common name of Maxillaria rigida?

Rigid Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria rigida?

Maxillaria rigida is native to tropical rainforests in 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,