Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
elizabethae
ID:
1322624

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Pérez, Kolan. & E.Parra

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 79: 58 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335078



Common Names

  • Lepanthes elizabethae
  • Elizabeth's Lepanthes
  • Elizabeth's Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes elizabethae (also called 'Elizabeth's Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Guatemala, and is found in moist forests and grassy slopes. It has a rhizome root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are white or pink, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes elizabethae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes elizabethae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and long, curved stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes elizabethae is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept slightly drier in the winter. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Lepanthes elizabethae

Lepanthes elizabethae can be found in Costa Rica.

Lepanthes elizabethae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes elizabethae?

Lepanthes elizabethae

What are the common names of Lepanthes elizabethae?

Elizabeth's Lepanthes

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes elizabethae?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
Oscar Alejandro Pérez-Escobar (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Pérez' in the authors string.
Edicson Parra-Sánchez (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Parra' in the authors string.