Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
forceps
ID:
225831

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 53: 161 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225161



Common Names

  • Forceps Lepanthes
  • Forceps Slipper Orchid
  • Forceps' Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes forceps (also called 'Forceps Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid species with an upright stem and a single leaf. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is found in montane rainforests at elevations of 1,000-2,500 m. It grows on trees, rocks, and mossy banks.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes forceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes forceps is small and yellowish-green in color with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes forceps is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C.

Where to Find Lepanthes forceps

Lepanthes forceps is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the cloud forests of the Talamanca Mountains.

Lepanthes forceps FAQ

What are the natural habitats of Lepanthes forceps?

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

What is the flower color of Lepanthes forceps?

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

What is the size of Lepanthes forceps?

Lepanthes forceps 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-109985: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.