Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Llamacho
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 22: 104 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459002
Common Names
- Lepanthes Cyrillicola
- Cyrillicola Lepanthes
- Lepanthes
Description
Lepanthes cyrillicola (also called Cyrillicola 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 cyrillicola has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepanthes cyrillicola has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes cyrillicola 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 cyrillicola
Lepanthes cyrillicola is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and can be found in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.
Lepanthes cyrillicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes cyrillicola?
Lepanthes cyrillicola
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes cyrillicola?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the flower color of Lepanthes cyrillicola?
White or greenish-white
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
Juan A. Llamacho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Llamacho' in the authors string.