Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
linguifera
ID:
226025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 182 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225355



Common Names

  • Lepanthes linguifera
  • Tongue-bearing Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Tongue


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Description

Lepanthes linguifera (also called Linguifera, 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 linguifera is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes linguifera 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 linguifera is a small-sized epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. It prefers medium to bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done through division or seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes linguifera

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

Lepanthes linguifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes linguifera?

Lepanthes linguifera

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes linguifera?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes linguifera?

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-110160: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.