Lepanthes mimetica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mimetica
ID:
226108
Status:
valid
Authors:
Garay & Dunst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 190 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225438
Common Names
- Mimetica lepanthes
- Mimetica orchid
- Mimetica lepanthes orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes mimetica (also called Mimetica's Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, upright stem. It has small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. It is native to Central America and is found in wet, montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes mimetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepanthes mimetica is small, with a white lip and yellow sepals. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, pale green plant.
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Lepanthes mimetica can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Lepanthes mimetica
Lepanthes mimetica is native to Colombia and can be found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,000 m.
Lepanthes mimetica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes mimetica?
Lepanthes mimetica
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes mimetica?
Lepanthes mimetica is found in humid montane forests in Costa Rica and Panama.
What is the flower color of Lepanthes mimetica?
The flowers of Lepanthes mimetica are white to pale yellow.
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-110235: 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.