Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
234497

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich. & Galeotti

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 3: 18 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233828

Common Names

  • Elliptica Malaxis
  • Elliptica Malaxis Plant
  • Elliptica Malaxis Flower

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Synonyms

  • Microstylis salazarii (Catling) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]

Description

Malaxis elliptica (also called Elliptic Malaxis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a small herbaceous plant with a single stem and a few leaves. It is native to the Amazon basin in South America and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malaxis elliptica 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

The flower of Malaxis elliptica is small, greenish-white, and has a single lip. The seed is a small, round, yellowish-brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malaxis elliptica is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagate by dividing the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Malaxis elliptica

Malaxis elliptica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Malaxis elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malaxis elliptica?

Malaxis elliptica

What is the common name of Malaxis elliptica?

Elliptic malaxis

What type of plant is Malaxis elliptica?

Orchid

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

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:642196-1: Based on the initial data import