Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
leucantha
ID:
231934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Paxton's Fl. Gard. 2: 37 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231265



Common Names

  • Leucantha Lycaste
  • White-Flowered Lycaste
  • White-Flowered Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria leucantha Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Lycaste leucoflavescens Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Lycaste leucantha (also called White-flowered Lycaste, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It has large, fragrant flowers with white petals and yellow sepals. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Lycaste leucantha is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and homes, as well as for cut flowers. It also has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lycaste leucantha are white and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycaste leucantha is a species of orchid native to Central America. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Lycaste leucantha

Lycaste leucantha is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Guatemala.

Lycaste leucantha FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lycaste leucantha?

Lycaste leucantha prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C)

What kind of soil is best for Lycaste leucantha?

Lycaste leucantha prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

How much light does Lycaste leucantha need?

Lycaste leucantha prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Lycaste genus

Lycaste aromatica, Lycaste bradeorum, Lycaste brevispatha, Lycaste campbellii, Lycaste cochleata, Lycaste consobrina, Lycaste crinita, Lycaste cruenta, Lycaste deppei, Lycaste dowiana, Lycaste groganii, Lycaste imschootiana, Lycaste lasioglossa, Lycaste leucantha, Lycaste lucianiana, Lycaste luminosa, Lycaste macrobulbon, Lycaste macrophylla, Lycaste michelii, Lycaste powellii, Lycaste schilleriana, Lycaste smeeana, Lycaste suaveolens, Lycaste tricolor, Lycaste virginalis, Lycaste xytriophora, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste niesseniae, Lycaste occulta, Lycaste puntarenasensis, Lycaste viridescens, Lycaste xanthocheila, Lycaste guatemalensis, Lycaste cobani, Lycaste daniloi, Lycaste donadrianii, Lycaste fuscina, Lycaste panchita, Lycaste sandrae, Lycaste angelae, Lycaste bruncana, Lycaste panamanensis, Lycaste zacapensis, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste sebastianii, Lycaste bermudezii, Lycaste chaconii, Lycaste annakamilae, Lycaste archilae, Lycaste victoriarum,

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-115783: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.