Maxillaria elegans
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a pseudobulbous epiphyte.
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Maxillaria elegans is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Maxillaria genus, encompassing over 650 species globally.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia