Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bibarbullata
ID:
459596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 87 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458928



Common Names

  • Lepanthes bibarbullata
  • Lepanthes
  • Bibarbullata


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Description

Lepanthes bibarbullata (also called Two-barred 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 bibarbullata 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 bibarbullata has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes bibarbullata is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of 4-6 inches. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lepanthes bibarbullata

Lepanthes bibarbullata is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and can be found in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Lepanthes bibarbullata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes bibarbullata?

Lepanthes bibarbullata

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes bibarbullata?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flower color of Lepanthes bibarbullata?

White or greenish-white

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,

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