Lepanthes tudiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tudiana
ID:
226542
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hespenh. & Dod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Moscosoa 6: 193 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225872
Common Names
- Lepanthes tudiana
- Tudiana's Lepanthes
- Tudiana Lepanthes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepanthes tudiana (also called Tudiana Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and a single leaf. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in humid forests and cloud forests at elevations of 500–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes tudiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepanthes tudiana is small, yellow-green in color, and has a long, thin lip. The seed is round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes tudiana is a species of orchid native to Costa Rica. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss, and should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Lepanthes tudiana
Lepanthes tudiana can be found in Costa Rica.
Lepanthes tudiana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes tudiana?
Lepanthes tudiana is found in cloud forests in Costa Rica.
What is the flower color of Lepanthes tudiana?
The flowers of Lepanthes tudiana are yellow or white.
What is the flower size of Lepanthes tudiana?
The flowers of Lepanthes tudiana are very small, about 1-2 mm in diameter.
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-110626: Based on the initial data import
Henry August Hespenheide (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hespenh.' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.