Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & H.P.Jesup
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 23: 4 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458912
Common Names
- Lepanthes aubryi
- Lepanthes
- Aubryi
Description
Lepanthes aubryi (also called Aubry's Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes aubryi is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepanthes aubryi has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes aubryi is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting medium. Propagation is best done through division of the mature plant or through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid location until the seedlings have emerged, which can take up to a month.
Where to Find Lepanthes aubryi
Lepanthes aubryi is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and can be found in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.
Lepanthes aubryi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes aubryi?
Lepanthes aubryi
What is the common name of Lepanthes aubryi?
Aubryi
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes aubryi?
Tropical rainforests
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
H.Phillips Jesup: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Jesup' in the authors string.