Lepanthes ruthiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruthiana
ID:
226388
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & L.Jost
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 147. 1999 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XVIII
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225718
Common Names
- Ruth's Lepanthes
- Ruth's Pleurothallis
- Ruth's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes ruthiana (also called Ruth's Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in wet forests and cloud forests, often on rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes ruthiana is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ailments, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepanthes ruthiana is a small, white to yellowish-green flower with a long, thin spur. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes ruthiana is a species of orchid that is native to Central America. It is an epiphyte that grows on trees and rocks in humid forests. It can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept warm and humid until germination.
Where to Find Lepanthes ruthiana
Lepanthes ruthiana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, mainly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Lepanthes ruthiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes ruthiana?
Lepanthes ruthiana
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes ruthiana?
Tropical montane forests
What is the size of Lepanthes ruthiana?
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-110488: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Lou Jost: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jost' in the authors string.