Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
moorei
ID:
226130

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 61: 6 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225460



Common Names

  • Moorei lepanthes
  • Moorei orchid
  • Moorei lepanthes orchid


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Description

Lepanthes moorei (also called Moore's 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 moorei 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 moorei 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 moorei is a terrestrial orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant prefers a well-draining, organic potting mix and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Lepanthes moorei

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

Lepanthes moorei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes moorei?

Lepanthes moorei

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes moorei?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes moorei?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-110255: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.