Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tiaraensis
ID:
239616

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carnevali & G.A.Romero

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Orchids Venezuela , ed. 2: 1140 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238948

Common Names

  • Maxillaria tiaraensis
  • Tiaraensis Maxillaria
  • Tiaraensis Orchid

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Description

Maxillaria tiaraensis (also called Tiara 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 small, yellow flowers. It prefers warm and humid climates and is typically found growing on trees in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Maxillaria tiaraensis 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 tiaraensis is yellow and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maxillaria tiaraensis is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Peru and Ecuador. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Maxillaria tiaraensis

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

Maxillaria tiaraensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maxillaria tiaraensis?

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

What type of soil is best for Maxillaria tiaraensis?

Maxillaria tiaraensis prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Maxillaria tiaraensis need?

Maxillaria tiaraensis prefers bright, indirect light.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-123030: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Gustavo Adolfo Romero González (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Romero' in the authors string.