Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
226162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 356 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225492



Common Names

  • Nivea Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes nivea
  • Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes nivea (also called Nivea Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes nivea 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

Lepanthes nivea has small, white flowers with yellow-green veins. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes nivea 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 nivea

Lepanthes nivea is native to Colombia and can be found in the cloud forests of the Cordillera Central.

Lepanthes nivea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes nivea?

Lepanthes nivea

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes nivea?

The natural habitat of Lepanthes nivea is humid montane forests in Colombia.

What is the flower color of Lepanthes nivea?

The flower color of Lepanthes nivea is 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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