Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
234365

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 5: 3 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233696

Common Names

  • Malaxis aurea
  • Aurea Malaxis
  • Aurea Malaxis Plant

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Synonyms

  • Microstylis guatemalensis Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis aurea (also called 'Golden Malaxis' and 'Golden Adder's Mouth', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a terrestrial plant that is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including moist forests, wet meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis aurea is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Yellow, with a yellowish-green or brownish-green lip. Seed: Small, round and black. Seedlings: Long, narrow and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis aurea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Malaxis aurea

Malaxis aurea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Malaxis aurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis aurea?

Malaxis aurea

What is the family of Malaxis aurea?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Malaxis aurea?

Central America

Species in the Malaxis genus

Malaxis abieticola, Malaxis acianthoides, Malaxis adolphii, Malaxis alamaganensis, Malaxis alvaroi, Malaxis andicola, Malaxis apiculata, Malaxis aurea, Malaxis bayardii, Malaxis boliviana, Malaxis boninensis, Malaxis brachyrrhynchos, Malaxis brachystachys, Malaxis buchtienii, Malaxis bulusanensis, Malaxis cardiophylla, Malaxis carnosa, Malaxis casillasii, Malaxis chevalieri, Malaxis chica, Malaxis cipoensis, Malaxis cogniauxiana, Malaxis contrerasii, Malaxis crispifolia, Malaxis cumbensis, Malaxis densiflora, Malaxis discolor, Malaxis domingensis, Malaxis elliptica, Malaxis excavata, Malaxis fastigiata, Malaxis greenwoodiana, Malaxis hagsateri, Malaxis hieronymi, Malaxis hispaniolae, Malaxis histionantha, Malaxis hoppii, Malaxis intermedia, Malaxis iwashinae, Malaxis jaraguae, Malaxis javesiae, Malaxis johniana, Malaxis katangensis, Malaxis labrosa, Malaxis lagotis, Malaxis leonardii, Malaxis lepanthiflora, Malaxis lepidota, Malaxis licatae, Malaxis lobulata,

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-118117: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.