Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
esmeralda
ID:
225796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 43: 15 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225126



Common Names

  • Lepanthes esmeralda
  • Esmeralda Orchid
  • Esmeralda Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes esmeralda (also called Esmeralda 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 esmeralda 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 esmeralda 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 esmeralda 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 esmeralda

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

Lepanthes esmeralda FAQ

What are the natural habitats of Lepanthes esmeralda?

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

What is the flower color of Lepanthes esmeralda?

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

What is the size of Lepanthes esmeralda?

Lepanthes esmeralda 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109953: 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.