Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
norae
ID:
226165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foldats

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 28: 244 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225495



Common Names

  • Norae Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes norae
  • Lepanthes


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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes janus Luer & R.Escobar [unknown]

Description

Lepanthes norae (also called Norae 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 norae 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 norae 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 norae 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 norae

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

Lepanthes norae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes norae?

Lepanthes norae

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes norae?

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

What is the flower color of Lepanthes norae?

The flower color of Lepanthes norae 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-110287: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.