Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 7: 114 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225662
Common Names
- Lepanthes pycnogenia
- Pycnogenia Lepanthes
- Pycnogenia Orchid
Description
Lepanthes pycnogenia (also called Pycnogenia Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a thin stem and a single leaf. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes pycnogenia is an ornamental plant, often used in terrariums and vivariums. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepanthes pycnogenia has a white flower with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes pycnogenia is a small, epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Lepanthes pycnogenia
Lepanthes pycnogenia is found in Colombia.
Lepanthes pycnogenia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes pycnogenia?
Lepanthes pycnogenia
What type of plant is Lepanthes pycnogenia?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes pycnogenia?
Tropical forests
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,