This extensive genus consists primarily of epiphytic orchids found in tropical regions, characterized by clusters of small, oval or egg-shaped pseudobulbs. These pseudobulbs are swollen sections of the stem that function as reservoirs for water and nutrients.

Maxillaria

Maxillaria Costa Rica gx

Maxillaria Picta gx 'Paul'

Maxillaria arachnites

Maxillaria callichroma

Maxillaria callichroma 'Berggarten'

Maxillaria cerifera

Maxillaria chrysantha

Maxillaria coccinea is an evergreen epiphytic orchid characterized by a cluster of compact, oval pseudobulbs that reach around 5 cm in height. Each pseudobulb typically supports a single linear leaf, which can grow up to 20 cm long. During the spring and summer months, flowering stems arise from the base of the pseudobulbs, with each stem measuring up to 6 cm and bearing a single red flower that is approximately 2.5 cm in size. When cultivated under ideal conditions, mature specimens can produce a significant number of flowering stems that bloom at the same time.

Maxillaria coccinea

Maxillaria cucullata is an epiphytic orchid that remains evergreen, characterized by clusters of small, oval pseudobulbs measuring around 9 cm in length and 1-3 cm in width. Each of these pseudobulbs supports a single leaf, ranging from 10 to 40 cm long and 1 to 5 cm wide. The leaves exhibit variability, appearing either linear or elliptical with a rounded tip. During the autumn and winter months, flowering stems arise from the axils of protective sheaths that envelop the mature pseudobulbs. These stems can reach lengths of 7 to 30 cm and bear solitary flowers that are yellow and brown with a noticeable fragrance. The flowers themselves measure between 4 to 9 cm across, featuring a lip that is often a deep, nearly black hue. When cultivated under ideal conditions, mature specimens can generate numerous flowering stems that bloom simultaneously.

Maxillaria cucullata

Maxillaria curtipes

Maxillaria densa

Maxillaria desvauxiana

Maxillaria ecuadorensis

Maxillaria elatior

Maxillaria elegantula

Maxillaria ferdinandiana

Maxillaria fletcheriana is an evergreen orchid that grows as an epiphyte. It features a cluster of oval, somewhat flattened pseudobulbs, roughly 4 cm wide. Each pseudobulb is enveloped in several sheaths and supports a single linear leaf, which is leathery and ranges from 20 to 50 cm in length. Flower spikes arise from the axils of the pseudobulbs and sheaths at any time of the year. Each spike, measuring 15 to 20 cm in length, bears a solitary white flower about 8 cm across, distinguished by a yellow lip.

Maxillaria fletcheriana

Maxillaria fractiflexa is an epiphytic, evergreen orchid characterized by clusters of compact, oval pseudobulbs. Each pseudobulb is enveloped in slender sheaths and supports a single, leathery leaf that can reach lengths of up to 50 cm and widths of 5 cm. In the autumn, flowering stems arise from the base of the pseudobulbs, each bearing a singular, distinctive flower measuring 15-20 cm. The petals are slender and white, curling at the edges, which contributes to the flower's unique look. When cultivated under ideal conditions, mature plants can generate numerous flowering stems that bloom concurrently.

Maxillaria fractiflexa

Maxillaria fuscata

Maxillaria grandiflora is an evergreen orchid that thrives as an epiphyte. It forms clusters of small, oval pseudobulbs, each about 4 cm in diameter. From these pseudobulbs, a single leaf arises, reaching lengths of up to 30 cm and widths of 5.5 cm. During late spring and early summer, flowering stems arise from the bases of the pseudobulbs, with each stem measuring between 10 to 13 cm in length. These stems bear a single, fragrant flower, which can be 8 to 10 cm wide and has a notable longevity. Under optimal growing conditions, mature specimens are capable of producing numerous flowering stems that bloom concurrently.

Maxillaria grandiflora

Maxillaria grandiflora 'Bucklebury'

Maxillaria harrisoniae

Maxillaria houtteana is an epiphytic orchid that retains its foliage year-round, forming clusters of small, oval pseudobulbs measuring 2-3 cm in height. Each pseudobulb supports a single linear leaf, which can reach lengths of up to 50 cm and widths of 0.5 cm. During late winter and into spring, flowers appear at the base of the newly formed pseudobulbs. These flowers, which measure around 2 cm across, are borne on short stems approximately 1.5 cm long. The waxy blooms are durable and exhibit a range of colors, including yellow-brown, red, and deep maroon.

Maxillaria houtteana

Maxillaria hubschii

Maxillaria humilis

Maxillaria juergensii 'Gaytarn'

Maxillaria kautskyi 'Carol Anne'

Maxillaria lawrenceanum

Maxillaria lepidota

Maxillaria leptosepala

Maxillaria leucaimata

Maxillaria lindeniana

Maxillaria longipetala

Maxillaria longissima

Maxillaria luteo-alba 'Grandiflora'

Maxillaria luteoalba

Maxillaria macrura

Maxillaria marginata

Maxillaria meleagris is an evergreen orchid that grows as an epiphyte, characterized by a cluster of small, oval pseudobulbs reaching heights of 3 to 4 cm. These pseudobulbs are sheathed in delicate, papery layers. The foliage consists of leathery, linear or narrowly oval leaves, which can grow up to 30 cm long and 0.5 to 2 cm wide. During late winter and spring, flowering stems measuring 3 to 8 cm in length emerge from the base of the pseudobulbs, each bearing a single flower that measures about 2 cm across. The flowers exhibit a range of colors, including yellow, pinkish hues, or dark red, frequently marked with dark red or maroon spots and stripes. When provided with ideal growing conditions, mature specimens can produce numerous flowers that bloom simultaneously among the leaves.

Maxillaria meleagris

Maxillaria melrax

Maxillaria molitor

Maxillaria molitor 'Sinead'

Maxillaria mooreana

Maxillaria nasuta

Maxillaria nigrescens is an epiphytic orchid that remains green year-round, characterized by clusters of rounded or oval pseudobulbs that are slightly flattened and measure about 5 cm in size. Each pseudobulb supports a single leathery leaf, which is narrowly oval, reaching lengths of approximately 30 cm and widths of around 4 cm. During the spring and summer months, flowering stems arise from the base of the pseudobulbs, extending up to 15 cm and each bearing a single flower. The flowers are red or maroon, emit a pleasant fragrance, and measure roughly 5 cm in diameter. When provided with ideal conditions, mature specimens can produce numerous flowering stems that bloom concurrently.

Maxillaria nigrescens

Maxillaria oceophylla

Maxillaria ochroleuca is an epiphytic orchid that remains evergreen throughout the year. It forms clusters of small, oval pseudobulbs that typically reach heights of 5 to 7 cm. Each pseudobulb supports a single leathery leaf, which can grow up to 30 cm in length and 2.5 cm in width, displaying a linear or narrowly oval shape. During the spring and early summer months, flowering stems arise from the base of the pseudobulbs, measuring between 6 and 10 cm long. Each stem produces a single pale yellow or cream flower, which is fragrant and can measure up to 5 cm across. The flowers feature thin, curled petals and sepals, along with a distinctive orange lip.

Maxillaria ochroleuca

Maxillaria phoenicanthera

Maxillaria picta is an epiphytic, evergreen orchid characterized by clusters of small, oval pseudobulbs that measure between 4 to 7 cm in height and 2.5 to 4 cm in width. These pseudobulbs are enveloped at the base by delicate, papery sheaths and support a single, leathery leaf that is linear, reaching lengths of 20 to 40 cm and widths of 4 to 5 cm. During the winter and spring seasons, flowering stems arise from the base of the pseudobulbs, extending up to 15 cm and each bearing a solitary flower that measures about 5 cm across. The blossoms range from yellow to white, adorned with dark red, purple, or brown spots. When cultivated under ideal conditions, mature specimens frequently produce numerous flowering stems that bloom concurrently with the foliage.

Maxillaria picta

Maxillaria picta 'Warley'

Maxillaria picta 'Wisley'

Maxillaria porphyrostele is an epiphytic orchid that remains evergreen, characterized by clusters of small, rounded or oval-shaped pseudobulbs. Each pseudobulb supports a pair of slender, leathery leaves that can reach lengths of up to 40 cm and widths of about 0.5 cm. During late autumn and winter, flowering stems emerge from the base of these pseudobulbs, extending up to 15 cm long and typically bearing a single fragrant flower. These long-lasting blooms measure approximately 4 cm across, displaying a yellow hue complemented by a white lip and a throat adorned with purple or maroon stripes. When cultivated under suitable conditions, mature specimens often produce numerous flowering stems that bloom simultaneously among the foliage.

Maxillaria porphyrostele

Maxillaria porphyrostyle

Maxillaria porphyrostyle 'Craybrook Road'

Maxillaria porphyrostyle 'Sherwood'

Maxillaria praestans is an epiphytic orchid that remains green year-round, forming clusters of small, elliptical pseudobulbs ranging from 2 to 9 cm in height and 1 to 3 cm in width. Each pseudobulb supports a single leathery leaf, which can reach lengths of 10 to 40 cm and widths of 1 to 5 cm. During the summer, flowering stems arise from the spaces between the papery sheaths and the pseudobulbs. These stems can extend up to 12 cm and typically bear one fragrant flower. The blooms, which can last for an extended period, measure about 6 cm in diameter. The petals and sepals exhibit a yellow hue adorned with brown stripes, while the lip is dark, approaching black in color.

Maxillaria praestans

Maxillaria praestans 'Garfield'

Maxillaria rufescens is an epiphytic orchid that remains evergreen throughout the year. It forms a cluster of compact, cylindrical pseudobulbs, each measuring approximately 3 cm in length and protected by delicate sheaths. From these pseudobulbs, a single, leathery leaf emerges, which can grow between 10 to 30 cm long and 2 to 3 cm wide. This orchid has the ability to bloom at any point during the year, producing sweetly fragrant flowers. The blooms arise on stems measuring 1 to 5 cm long, originating from the base of the pseudobulbs. The flowers are typically pale yellow or yellow-green, reaching a diameter of up to 4 cm.

Maxillaria rufescens

Maxillaria sanderiana

Maxillaria sanderiana 'Megan'

Maxillaria sanderiana 'Xanthoglossa'

Maxillaria sanguinea is an evergreen orchid that thrives as an epiphyte. It forms clusters of small, oval pseudobulbs, each about 2 cm in size, which arise from a long rhizome that can be either upright or pendulous, entirely enveloped in thin sheaths. Each pseudobulb produces a single linear leaf, measuring approximately 25 cm in length and 0.5 cm in width, resembling grassy foliage. This species is known for its continuous blooming throughout the year, with floral stems arising from the base of mature pseudobulbs. Each stem is short, around 1 cm in length, and supports a solitary flower. The blossoms exhibit a brown-red hue with a wine-red lip featuring a white tip, and they emit a pleasant fragrance, measuring between 1.5 and 2.5 cm across.

Maxillaria sanguinea

Maxillaria scurrilis

Maxillaria setigera

Maxillaria shepheardii 'Chelsea'

Maxillaria sophronites 'Patrick'

Maxillaria sophronitis is a compact, evergreen orchid that grows as an epiphyte. It features small, egg-shaped pseudobulbs, measuring approximately 1.2 cm in size, which support a single oval leaf that is dark green and measures around 2 cm long and 0.5 cm wide. During late autumn and early winter, mature pseudobulbs produce flowering stems that reach up to 4 cm in length. Each of these stems holds a single flower, notable for its bright red color and measuring about 2.5 cm across.

Maxillaria sophronitis

Maxillaria sophronitis 'Pinchbeck'

Maxillaria speciosa is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid that can grow to a medium or large size, characterized by a cluster of oval to elliptic pseudobulbs. These pseudobulbs are cloaked in slender sheaths and support a single leathery leaf that measures between 25 to 30 centimeters in length and 3 to 4 centimeters in width. During the summer months, flowering stems emerge from the base of the mature pseudobulbs. Each stem, ranging from 10 to 15 centimeters long, bears a single flower that can reach dimensions of up to 20 centimeters. The flower features thin, curved petals and sepals that are bright yellow with a white base and dark brown markings.

Maxillaria speciosa

Maxillaria splendens

Maxillaria striata

Maxillaria striata 'Alfonso Pozo'

Maxillaria striata 'Grandiflora'

Maxillaria tenuifolia is an epiphytic, evergreen orchid characterized by a cluster of small, elongated pseudobulbs that arise from a long, upright or drooping rhizome, which is enveloped in thin, dry bracts. Each pseudobulb supports one linear leaf, which can reach lengths of up to 50 cm and widths of around 0.7 cm. During spring and summer, flowering stems emerge from the base of the mature pseudobulbs. Each stem, measuring up to 5 cm, typically bears a single flower that can be red, with some variations appearing in yellow. The flowers, which exude a coconut fragrance, range in size from 3 to 5 cm in diameter.