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Brassia maculata
Scientific Name: Brassia maculata
Family: Orchidaceae
Category: Monocot
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Brassia maculata
Brassia maculata, commonly known as the Spotted Brassia, is a striking orchid species admired for its distinctive spider-like flowers.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brassia maculata R. Brown 1813
- Common Name: The Spotted Brassia, Spider Orchid
- Family: Orchidaceae (Orchid Family)
- Subtribe: Oncidiinae
- Synonyms: Brassia guttata, Brassia wrayae
- Note: Brassia maculata R.Br. is an accepted name according to botanical databases.
Distribution and Habitat
This orchid species is native to:
- Southern Mexico (Chiapas, Veracruz, Tabasco, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Campeche)
- Central America
- Cuba
- Jamaica
It is often found growing on mossy boulders at lower elevations.
Morphological Characteristics
- Flowers range in size from 5 to 8 inches (12.5 cm to 20 cm).
- Known for its comparatively compact size, unlike some Brassia species with flowers exceeding 18 inches in length.
- The long sepals and petals give the flowers a spidery appearance.
Quirky Facts
- The spider-like appearance of Brassia maculata flowers is believed to provide a distinct reproductive advantage.
Additional Information
- Further information can be found at the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) and Tropicos databases.