Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
whittenii
ID:
797088

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pupulin & Bogarín

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 561 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796421



Common Names

  • Lepanthes whittenii
  • Whitten's Lepanthes
  • Whitten's Lepanthes


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Description

Lepanthes whittenii (also called Whitten's lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family, Orchidaceae. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in the provinces of Guanacaste and Puntarenas. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes whittenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepanthes whittenii are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes whittenii is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Lepanthes whittenii

Lepanthes whittenii is native to India and can be found in the dry woodlands of the region.

Lepanthes whittenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes whittenii?

Lepanthes whittenii

What is the common name of Lepanthes whittenii?

Whitten's Lepanthes

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes whittenii?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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-334957: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.
Diego Bogarín (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogarín' in the authors string.