Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
225573

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endrés ex Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 10: 138 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224903



Common Names

  • Lepanthes candida
  • White Lepanthes
  • White Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes candida (also called White Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Costa Rica and Panama. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a few leaves and a single, short-lived flower. It grows in humid montane forests and on mossy tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes candida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes candida is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with a long, thin spadix. The seed is a small, round, black berry. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes candida is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can be grown outdoors in warm climates. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lepanthes candida

Lepanthes candida is native to Colombia.

Lepanthes candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes candida?

Lepanthes candida

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes candida?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flower color of Lepanthes candida?

White or yellowish

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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