Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
226048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 34: 250 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225378



Common Names

  • Lepanthes macrantha
  • Large-flowered Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Large-flowered


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes macrantha 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 macrantha 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 macrantha

Lepanthes macrantha can be found in Costa Rica and Panama.

Lepanthes macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes macrantha?

Lepanthes macrantha

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes macrantha?

Tropical montane forests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Lepanthes macrantha?

Large-flowered Orchid

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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