Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cribbii
ID:
797085

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pupulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 559 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796418



Common Names

  • Lepanthes cribbii
  • Cribb's Lepanthes
  • Cribb's Lepanthes


Searching for Lepanthes cribbii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Lepanthes cribbii (also called Cribb's lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family, Orchidaceae. It is native to Ecuador and is found in the provinces of Pichincha and Imbabura. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes cribbii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepanthes cribbii are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and small, light green leaves.

Searching for Lepanthes cribbii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes cribbii is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Lepanthes cribbii

Lepanthes cribbii is native to India and can be found in the dry woodlands of the region.

Lepanthes cribbii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes cribbii?

Lepanthes cribbii

What is the common name of Lepanthes cribbii?

Cribb's Lepanthes

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes cribbii?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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-334954: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.