Lepanthes truncatipetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truncatipetala
ID:
459991
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dod ex Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 24(1): 26 (2003).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459323
Common Names
- Lepanthes truncatipetala
- Truncate-petal Lepanthes
- Truncate-petal Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes truncatipetala (also called Truncate-petaled Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip and a long, thin stem. It grows in humid, shady areas and is often found growing on tree trunks or in mossy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes truncatipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lepanthes truncatipetala are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, green and have a single stem.
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Lepanthes truncatipetala is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zones 9-11.
Where to Find Lepanthes truncatipetala
Lepanthes truncatipetala can be found in Costa Rica.
Lepanthes truncatipetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes truncatipetala?
Lepanthes truncatipetala
What type of plant is Lepanthes truncatipetala?
Lepanthes truncatipetala is an orchid
Where is Lepanthes truncatipetala native to?
Lepanthes truncatipetala 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-252109: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.