Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
astraea
ID:
1328600

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Vieira-Uribe & B.T.Larsen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 31: 12 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341054



Common Names

  • Lepanthes astraea
  • Astraea Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes astraea (also called Lepanthes astraea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It has small, yellow-green flowers with a yellow lip. It grows in humid and shady forests and is found in the states of Antioquia and Valle del Cauca.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes astraea is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes astraea has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes astraea is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical forests. It is best cultivated in a medium that is well-draining and contains a mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. It should be grown in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Lepanthes astraea

Lepanthes astraea is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the cloud forests of the Talamanca Mountains.

Lepanthes astraea FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Lepanthes astraea?

Lepanthes astraea prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

What type of soil is best for Lepanthes astraea?

Lepanthes astraea prefers a well-draining, chunky, and slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Lepanthes astraea need?

Lepanthes astraea prefers bright, indirect light.

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

Sebastián Vieira Uribe (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Vieira-Uribe' in the authors string.
Bruno T. Larsen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.T.Larsen' in the authors string.