Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
226225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Béhar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 5: 194 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225555



Common Names

  • Pachyphylla Lepanthes
  • Pachyphylla Orchid
  • Pachyphylla's Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes pachyphylla (also called Thick-Leaf Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, where it grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually in the forks of branches or on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes pachyphylla 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 pachyphylla 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes pachyphylla 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 pachyphylla

Lepanthes pachyphylla is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Lepanthes pachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes pachyphylla?

Lepanthes pachyphylla

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes pachyphylla?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Lepanthes pachyphylla?

1-2 cm

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-110340: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Moises Béhar (1922-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Béhar' in the authors string.