Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
limbata
ID:
226017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 19: 98 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225347



Common Names

  • Limbata lepanthes
  • Limbata orchid
  • Limbata lepanthes orchid


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Description

Lepanthes limbata (also called Limbata, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin leaf. It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in humid forests and cloud forests. The plant has a single, thin leaf and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes limbata is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes limbata is a small epiphytic orchid species that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found growing in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mix of bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the clumps of pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Lepanthes limbata

Lepanthes limbata is native to Colombia and can be found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Lepanthes limbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes limbata?

Lepanthes limbata

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes limbata?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes limbata?

Spring to 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-110153: 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.