Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
culex
ID:
225685

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 53: 716 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225015



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Culex
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes culex (also called Mosquito Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single leaf and a single flower with a yellow lip and white sepals. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela, and is found in cloud forests and humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-3000m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes culex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes culex has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes culex is a small epiphytic orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is best grown in a bright, humid environment with temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. The plant prefers a medium-light soil mix with good drainage and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes culex

Lepanthes culex is native to Colombia and can be found in the northern Andes Mountains.

Lepanthes culex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes culex?

Lepanthes culex

What is the family of Lepanthes culex?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes culex?

Tropical rainforest

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-109853: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.