Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
montis-rotundi
ID:
226128

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20(3): 318. 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225458



Common Names

  • Montis-rotundi lepanthes
  • Montis-rotundi orchid
  • Montis-rotundi lepanthes orchid


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Description

Lepanthes montis-rotundi (also called Montis-Rotundi Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It typically grows in cloud forests, between 1,000 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 montis-rotundi is a popular ornamental plant, often used in terrariums and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes montis-rotundi 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 montis-rotundi is a small epiphytic orchid native to South America. It can be grown in a pot or basket with a well-draining medium, such as a mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is by division of the clump or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes montis-rotundi

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

Lepanthes montis-rotundi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes montis-rotundi?

Lepanthes montis-rotundi

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes montis-rotundi?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes montis-rotundi?

Spring and 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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