Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
1335269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Damian & B.T.Larsen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(2): 151 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347723





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Description

Lepanthes peruviana (also called 'Peruviana Lepanthes', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers, and grows in moist forests and along streams. It produces small, yellow fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes peruviana is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes in some cultures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes peruviana has small, yellow flowers with a white center and a yellowish-green ovary. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes peruviana is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

Where to Find Lepanthes peruviana

Lepanthes peruviana is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Lepanthes peruviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes peruviana?

Lepanthes peruviana

What is the family of Lepanthes peruviana?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Lepanthes peruviana?

Peruviana Lepanthes

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

Bruno T. Larsen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.T.Larsen' in the authors string.
Alexander Damián: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Damian' in the authors string.