Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gutula-sanguinis
ID:
225895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 17(3): 188. 1988

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225225



Common Names

  • Gutula-sanguinis Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis
  • Blood-Droplet Jewel Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis (also called Gutula-sanguinis 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 gutula-sanguinis 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 gutula-sanguinis 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 gutula-sanguinis 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 gutula-sanguinis

Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis is native to Colombia.

Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis?

Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes gutula-sanguinis?

Late spring to early summer

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-110041: 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.