Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
salpiginosa
ID:
913822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Sijm

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 30: 13 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913157



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Salpiginosa
  • Salpiginosa Orchid
  • Salpiglossis Orchid


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Description

Lepanthes salpiginosa (also called Salpiginous Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small orchid that is native to Costa Rica. It has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes salpiginosa is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and greenhouses. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant plant. It can be used to create a tropical look in any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes salpiginosa is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, round, yellow-green capsule. The seedlings are small and yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes salpiginosa is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Regular watering is necessary for optimal growth.

Where to Find Lepanthes salpiginosa

Lepanthes salpiginosa is native to 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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Anton P. Sijm: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sijm' in the authors string.