Lepanthes orion - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orion
ID:
226203
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 54: 316 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225533
Common Names
- Orion Lepanthes
- Orion Orchid
- Orion's Lepanthes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes orion (also called Orion Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in wet montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes orion is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepanthes orion is small and white with a yellow lip. The seed is round and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes orion is a small, terrestrial orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Lepanthes orion
Lepanthes orion is native to Ecuador and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Lepanthes orion FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes orion?
Lepanthes orion
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes orion?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What is the size of Lepanthes orion?
It is a small plant, with a stem that can reach up to 8 cm in length.
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-110320: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.