Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
casasae
ID:
459643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pupulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 54(4): 472 (2003).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458975



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Casasae
  • Casasae's Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes casasae (also called Casasae Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, tubular-shaped flowers in shades of yellow, orange, and red. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes casasae has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepanthes casasae are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes casasae is a small epiphytic orchid native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It is a relatively easy orchid to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until they germinate.

Where to Find Lepanthes casasae

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

Lepanthes casasae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes casasae?

Lepanthes casasae

What is the common name of Lepanthes casasae?

Casasae

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes casasae?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-252059: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.