Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
usitata
ID:
226560

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Vásquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 375 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225890



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Usitata
  • Usitata Orchid
  • Usitata Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes usitata (also called Usitata 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 usitata 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 usitata is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes usitata is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is a small plant, with thin, erect stems and small, white flowers. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist, but not wet. Fertilize regularly with a balanced orchid fertilizer.

Where to Find Lepanthes usitata

Lepanthes usitata can be found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lepanthes usitata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes usitata?

Lepanthes usitata is found in cloud forests in Costa Rica.

What is the flower color of Lepanthes usitata?

The flowers of Lepanthes usitata are yellow or white.

What is the flower size of Lepanthes usitata?

The flowers of Lepanthes usitata 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,

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