Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
escobariana
ID:
225795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 4: 76 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225125



Common Names

  • Lepanthes escobariana
  • Escobariana Orchid
  • Escobariana Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes escobariana (also called Escobariana Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with a single, erect, leaf-bearing stem. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000–2500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes escobariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of perfumes and essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes escobariana is small, white and has a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes escobariana is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Lepanthes escobariana

Lepanthes escobariana is native to Colombia and can be found in the humid montane forests of the Andes.

Lepanthes escobariana FAQ

What are the natural habitats of Lepanthes escobariana?

Lepanthes escobariana is found in tropical wet forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

What is the flower color of Lepanthes escobariana?

The flowers of Lepanthes escobariana are usually white or pale green.

What is the size of Lepanthes escobariana?

Lepanthes escobariana is a small plant, with a maximum height of about 5 cm.

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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