Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
venusta
ID:
226576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 19: 120 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225906



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Venusta
  • Venusta Orchid
  • Venusta Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes venusta (also called Venusta'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 venusta 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 venusta 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 venusta is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It is found growing in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m. It can be cultivated in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes venusta

Lepanthes venusta is found in Colombia.

Lepanthes venusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes venusta?

Lepanthes venusta

What is the family of Lepanthes venusta?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Lepanthes venusta?

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-110658: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.