Maxillaria (Noun)
Meaning
Any of numerous orchids of the genus Maxillaria often cultivated for their large brilliantly colored solitary flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Maxillaria is a large and diverse genus of orchids that includes many popular species among growers and collectors.
- The orchid nursery specialized in maxillaria and offered a wide variety of species for sale to enthusiasts.
- Some maxillaria orchids produce small flowers that are easy to overlook, but others produce blooms that are quite showy and long-lasting.
- Among the most striking of the maxillaria is the tiger orchid, known for its distinctive striped or spotted markings.
- Cultivating maxillaria requires a range of temperatures, light, and humidity to successfully replicate their natural environments.