Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
semiscabra
ID:
239540

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 101 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238872

Common Names

  • Maxillaria semiscabra
  • Semiscabra Maxillaria
  • Semiscabra Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria fasciculata C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Ornithidium semiscabrum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ornithidium fasciculatum (C.Schweinf.) M.A.Blanco [unknown]
  • Laricorchis fasciculata (C.Schweinf.) Szlach. & Sitko [unknown]

Description

Maxillaria semiscabra (also called Half-rough 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 yellow flowers with purple lips. It is found in humid forests and grows best in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria semiscabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maxillaria semiscabra is yellow and has a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria semiscabra can be propagated by division of the clump or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Maxillaria semiscabra

Maxillaria semiscabra can be found in the rainforests of Central and South America.

Maxillaria semiscabra FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria semiscabra?

Maxillaria semiscabra is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

What is the flower color of Maxillaria semiscabra?

Maxillaria semiscabra has yellow or orange flowers.

What is the size of Maxillaria semiscabra?

Maxillaria semiscabra is a small to medium-sized epiphytic orchid.

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:982024-1: Based on the initial data import