Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rufescens
ID:
239510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 22: t. 1848 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238842

Common Names

  • Maxillaria rufescens
  • Rufescens Orchid
  • Reddish Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria abelei Schltr. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria articulata Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Maxillaria fuscata Reichb.f. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria rugosa Scheidw. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria vanillodora A.Rich. ex Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Mormolyca rufescens (Lindl.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Maxillaria rufescens flavida Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria rufescens florida Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Xanthoxerampellia rufescens (Lindl.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria rufescens (also called Scarlet Maxillaria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an upright growth habit and produces clusters of bright red flowers with yellow lips. It is found in humid forests and grows best in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria rufescens 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 rufescens 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 rufescens 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 rufescens

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

Maxillaria rufescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria rufescens?

Maxillaria rufescens

What is the common name of Maxillaria rufescens?

Rufescens Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria rufescens?

Maxillaria rufescens 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,