Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
melanantha
ID:
226657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 1(9): 19 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225987



Common Names

  • Lepanthopsis melanantha
  • Melanantha's Anthurium
  • Melanantha Anthurium


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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes brevipetala Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Lepanthes harrisii Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Lepanthopsis quisqueyana Dod [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis floripicta Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis melanantha Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Lepanthopsis melanantha (also called Black-flowered Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid with a single, thin, upright leaf. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and grows in wet, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthopsis melanantha is an attractive ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover or in containers. It is drought-tolerant and can attract pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to any garden. The plant is also known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped. Seed: Brown, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthopsis melanantha is a small epiphytic orchid that is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Lepanthopsis melanantha

Lepanthopsis melanantha is native to Colombia.

Lepanthopsis melanantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthopsis melanantha?

Lepanthopsis melanantha

What is the common name of Lepanthopsis melanantha?

Melanantha Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthopsis melanantha?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Lepanthopsis genus

Lepanthopsis abbreviata, Lepanthopsis acetabulum, Lepanthopsis acuminata, Lepanthopsis anthoctenium, Lepanthopsis apoda, Lepanthopsis aristata, Lepanthopsis astrophora, Lepanthopsis atrosetifera, Lepanthopsis barahonensis, Lepanthopsis comet-halleyi, Lepanthopsis constanzensis, Lepanthopsis cucullata, Lepanthopsis culiculosa, Lepanthopsis densiflora, Lepanthopsis dewildei, Lepanthopsis dodii, Lepanthopsis farrago, Lepanthopsis floripecten, Lepanthopsis glandulifera, Lepanthopsis hirtzii, Lepanthopsis hotteana, Lepanthopsis lingulata, Lepanthopsis melanantha, Lepanthopsis micheliae, Lepanthopsis microlepanthes, Lepanthopsis moniliformis, Lepanthopsis obliquipetala, Lepanthopsis ornipteridion, Lepanthopsis peniculus, Lepanthopsis pristis, Lepanthopsis prolifera, Lepanthopsis pulchella, Lepanthopsis pygmaea, Lepanthopsis serrulata, Lepanthopsis stellaris, Lepanthopsis steyermarkii, Lepanthopsis ubangii, Lepanthopsis vinacea, Lepanthopsis calva, Lepanthopsis rinkei, Lepanthopsis purpurata, Lepanthopsis woodsiana, Lepanthopsis vellozicola, Lepanthopsis trulliformis, Lepanthopsis hyalina,

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-110731: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.