Lepanthes retusa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
226362
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Hermans
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 105(1216): 209 (1997).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225692
Common Names
- Retuse Lepanthes
- Retuse Pleurothallis
- Retuse Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes retusa (also called Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a short stem and a single leaf. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 900–3000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes retusa is an ornamental plant, often used in terrariums and vivariums. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepanthes retusa is small and white, with a yellow lip. Its seed is small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes retusa 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 retusa
Lepanthes retusa can be found in Costa Rica.
Lepanthes retusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes retusa?
Lepanthes retusa
What is the common name of Lepanthes retusa?
Lepanthes retusa
Where is Lepanthes retusa found?
Lepanthes retusa is found in Costa Rica
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-110464: Based on the initial data import
Johan Hermans (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hermans' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.