Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpurata
ID:
806739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dod ex Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 103: 309 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806073



Common Names

  • Lepanthopsis purpurata
  • Purpurata Lepanthopsis
  • Lepanthopsis Purpurata


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Description

Lepanthopsis purpurata (also called Purple Anthopogon, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is typically found in humid tropical forests, growing on trees and other plants, where it can receive plenty of sunlight and air circulation.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthopsis purpurata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthopsis purpurata is white in color and has a small, cup-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthopsis purpurata is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer, and seeds should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lepanthopsis purpurata

Lepanthopsis purpurata is native to Ecuador. It can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Lepanthopsis purpurata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthopsis purpurata?

Lepanthopsis purpurata

What is the common name of Lepanthopsis purpurata?

Purpurata Lepanthopsis

Where is Lepanthopsis purpurata found?

Lepanthopsis purpurata is found in Colombia

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-344345: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.