Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
miraculum
ID:
226116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Vásquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 353 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225446



Common Names

  • Miraculum lepanthes
  • Miraculum orchid
  • Miraculum lepanthes orchid


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Description

Lepanthes miraculum (also called Miraculum'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 miraculum 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 miraculum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes miraculum 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 miraculum

Lepanthes miraculum is native to Colombia and can be found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,000 m.

Lepanthes miraculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes miraculum?

Lepanthes miraculum

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes miraculum?

Lepanthes miraculum is found in humid montane forests in Costa Rica and Panama.

What is the flower color of Lepanthes miraculum?

The flowers of Lepanthes miraculum 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,

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