Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
deleastes
ID:
225711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 339 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225041



Common Names

  • Lepanthes deleastes
  • Deleastes Lepanthes
  • Delestes Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes deleastes (also called Deleaste's Lepanthes, 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 deleastes 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 deleastes is small, with a white 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 deleastes 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 deleastes

Lepanthes deleastes is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Lepanthes deleastes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes deleastes?

Lepanthes deleastes

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes deleastes?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower size of Lepanthes deleastes?

Very small, about 1 cm long

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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