Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lophius
ID:
226038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54(5): 351. 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225368



Common Names

  • Lepanthes lophius
  • Crested Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Crested


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes lophius 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 lophius

Lepanthes lophius can be found in Central America, from Costa Rica to Panama.

Lepanthes lophius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes lophius?

Lepanthes lophius

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes lophius?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes lophius?

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,

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