Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mixe
ID:
226119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salazar & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 14: 135 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225449



Common Names

  • Mixe lepanthes
  • Mixe orchid
  • Mixe lepanthes orchid


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Description

Lepanthes mixe (also called Mixe Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Guatemala. It typically grows in cloud forests, between 800 and 2,000 meters above sea level. It has a small, slender stem and thin, lanceolate leaves. The flowers are small and yellowish-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes mixe 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 mixe 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 mixe 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 mixe

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

Lepanthes mixe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes mixe?

Lepanthes mixe

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes mixe?

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

What is the flower color of Lepanthes mixe?

The flowers of Lepanthes mixe 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-110245: Based on the initial data import
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.