Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
garciae
ID:
1330895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bogarín & D.Jiménez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 84: 433 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343349





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Description

Lepanthes garciae (also called Garcia's Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a single flower. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes garciae is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes garciae is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes garciae is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Colombia. It is best grown in a humid and warm environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of sphagnum moss and perlite. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs, or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Lepanthes garciae

Lepanthes garciae can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Lepanthes garciae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes garciae?

Lepanthes garciae

What is the common name of Lepanthes garciae?

Garcia's Lepanthes

Where is Lepanthes garciae native to?

Costa Rica

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

Diego Bogarín (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogarín' in the authors string.
Daniel Jiménez (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Jiménez' in the authors string.