Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chapina
ID:
225599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Béhar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 5: 185 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224929



Common Names

  • Lepanthes chapina
  • Chapina Lepanthes
  • Chapina Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes chapina (also called Chapina Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a small, compact growth habit and is typically found growing on trees and rocks in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes chapina 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 chapina is small and yellow with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes chapina can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water regularly and mist the leaves to maintain humidity.

Where to Find Lepanthes chapina

Lepanthes chapina can be found in the wet forests of Costa Rica.

Lepanthes chapina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes chapina?

Lepanthes chapina

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes chapina?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Lepanthes chapina?

White or yellow

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-109776: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Moises Béhar (1922-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Béhar' in the authors string.