Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ankistra
ID:
225464

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 16(3): 12 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224794



Common Names

  • Ankistra Orchid
  • Lepanthes Orchid
  • Tiny Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes ankistra (also called Ankistra Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes ankistra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes ankistra is small and white with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes ankistra is a small orchid species native to Ecuador. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1500-3000 m. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees and branches. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of bark and perlite. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes ankistra

Lepanthes ankistra is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lepanthes ankistra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes ankistra?

Lepanthes ankistra

What type of plant is Lepanthes ankistra?

Orchid

Where is Lepanthes ankistra found?

Central and South America

Species in the Lepanthes genus

Lepanthes abitaguae, Lepanthes abortiva, Lepanthes absens, Lepanthes acarina, Lepanthes aciculifolia, Lepanthes acoridilabia, Lepanthes acrogenia, Lepanthes actias-luna, Lepanthes aculeata, Lepanthes acuminata, Lepanthes acunae, Lepanthes acutissima, Lepanthes adamsii, Lepanthes adelphe, Lepanthes aduncata, Lepanthes aeora, Lepanthes affinis, Lepanthes aggeris, Lepanthes agglutinata, Lepanthes aithalos, Lepanthes alcicornis, Lepanthes alkaia, Lepanthes allector, Lepanthes almolongae, Lepanthes alopex, Lepanthes alticola, Lepanthes amabilis, Lepanthes amphioxa, Lepanthes amplectens, Lepanthes amplior, Lepanthes amplisepala, Lepanthes anatina, Lepanthes ancylopetala, Lepanthes andreettae, Lepanthes andrenoglossa, Lepanthes anfracta, Lepanthes angulata, Lepanthes ankistra, Lepanthes anserina, Lepanthes antennata, Lepanthes antennifera, Lepanthes antilocapra, Lepanthes antiopa, Lepanthes antioquiensis, Lepanthes appendiculata, Lepanthes aprica, Lepanthes aprina, Lepanthes aquila-borussiae, Lepanthes arbuscula, Lepanthes arethusa,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109653: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.