Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cyrtostele
ID:
225694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 65: 102. 1998 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XVI

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225024



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Cyrtostele
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes cyrtostele (also called Cyrtostele Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes cyrtostele 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

The flower of Lepanthes cyrtostele is small, with a white or yellowish lip and a long spur. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes cyrtostele 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 cyrtostele

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

Lepanthes cyrtostele FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes cyrtostele?

Lepanthes cyrtostele

What is the family of Lepanthes cyrtostele?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes cyrtostele?

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-109861: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.