Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenebrifolia
ID:
1323537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arévalo & Christenson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 82: 47 (2013 publ. 2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335991

Common Names

  • Maxillaria tenebrifolia
  • Maxillaria
  • Tenebrifolia

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Description

Maxillaria tenebrifolia (also called Dark-leaved Maxillaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is a small epiphyte with an upright growth habit and long, thin stems. Its leaves are thin and lanceolate, and it produces small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria tenebrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has a number of benefits, including its ability to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and boost immunity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maxillaria tenebrifolia has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria tenebrifolia is a tropical epiphyte that is native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Maxillaria tenebrifolia

Maxillaria tenebrifolia is found in the mountains of Costa Rica.

Maxillaria tenebrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maxillaria tenebrifolia?

Maxillaria tenebrifolia

What is the common name of Maxillaria tenebrifolia?

Dark-leafed Maxillaria

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria tenebrifolia?

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,

References

Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Rafael Arévalo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arévalo' in the authors string.