Malaxis massonii
Masson's Adder's Mouth Orchid
Also known as: Microstylis massonii Ridl.
- Microstylis massonii Ridl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a pseudobulbous geophyte.
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Malaxis massonii (commonly known as Masson's Adder's-Mouth Orchid) is an orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Northern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, Trinidad-Tobago, Venezuela, Windward Is.