Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & L.Jost
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 72: 108. 1998 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XVII
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225915
Common Names
- Lepanthes Viebrockiana
- Viebrockiana Orchid
- Viebrockiana Lepanthes
Description
Lepanthes viebrockiana (also called Viebrock's Lepanthes, 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 viebrockiana is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepanthes viebrockiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes viebrockiana 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 viebrockiana
Lepanthes viebrockiana is found in Colombia.
Lepanthes viebrockiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepanthes viebrockiana?
Lepanthes viebrockiana
What is the family of Lepanthes viebrockiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the native range of Lepanthes viebrockiana?
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
Lou Jost: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jost' in the authors string.