Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longiloba
ID:
459781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dod ex Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 24(1): 16 (2003).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459113



Common Names

  • Lepanthes longiloba
  • Longiloba Lepanthes
  • Longiloba Lepanthes Plant


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Description

Lepanthes longiloba (also called Lepanthes longiloba, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is a small epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of 10-15 cm and has narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes longiloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and to improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes longiloba has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes longiloba is a tender perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Lepanthes longiloba

Lepanthes longiloba is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Lepanthes longiloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes longiloba?

Lepanthes longiloba

What is the common name of Lepanthes longiloba?

Lepanthes

Where is Lepanthes longiloba native to?

Central and South America

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-252078: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.