Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vespertilio
ID:
226581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 1: 143 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225911



Common Names

  • Lepanthes Vespertilio
  • Vespertilio Orchid
  • Vespertilio Lepanthes


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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes cosmos Luer & R.Escobar [unknown]

Description

Lepanthes vespertilio (also called Vesper Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a single flower. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes vespertilio is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes vespertilio is small and white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes vespertilio 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 vespertilio

Lepanthes vespertilio is found in Colombia.

Lepanthes vespertilio FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes vespertilio?

Lepanthes vespertilio

What is the family of Lepanthes vespertilio?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Lepanthes vespertilio?

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,

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