Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
grisebachiana
ID:
225883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hespenh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 25: 272 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225213



Common Names

  • Grisebachiana Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes grisebachiana
  • Grisebach's Jewel Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes grisebachiana (also called Grisebachiana Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with oblong-elliptic leaves and small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly found in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes grisebachiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes grisebachiana is white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes grisebachiana is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright indirect light. It 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 grisebachiana

Lepanthes grisebachiana is found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lepanthes grisebachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes grisebachiana?

Lepanthes grisebachiana

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes grisebachiana?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the blooming season and color of Lepanthes grisebachiana?

Blooming season is from May to August and the flower color is yellow

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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