Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
veleziana
ID:
226571

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stimson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 21: 343 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225901



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Veleziana
  • Veleziana Orchid
  • Veleziana Lepanthes


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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes veleziana veleziana [unknown]

Description

Lepanthes veleziana (also called Velez's Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a small plant with a single, thin leaf and a short stem. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip. It grows in wet, shady forests, usually on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes veleziana 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 veleziana 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 veleziana 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 veleziana

Lepanthes veleziana is found in Colombia.

Lepanthes veleziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes veleziana?

Lepanthes veleziana

What is the family of Lepanthes veleziana?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Lepanthes veleziana?

Colombia

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-110652: Based on the initial data import
William R. Stimson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stimson' in the authors string.