Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
225689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 10: 140 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225019



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Cuspidata
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes cuspidata (also called Cusp 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 cuspidata 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 cuspidata 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 cuspidata is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees and shrubs in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 meters. It can be propagated through seed or division. Cultivation requires a bright, humid environment with temperatures of 20-25°C. It should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and contains plenty of organic matter.

Where to Find Lepanthes cuspidata

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

Lepanthes cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes cuspidata?

Lepanthes cuspidata

What is the family of Lepanthes cuspidata?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes cuspidata?

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,

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