Status:
valid
Authors:
Tinschert ex Oakeley
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Lycaste, Ida, Anguloa : 141 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835959
Common Names
- Panchita Lycaste
- Lycaste panchita
- Panchita Lycaste
Description
Lycaste panchita (also called Panchita's lycaste, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Guatemala. It is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lycaste panchita is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lycaste panchita is white with a yellow lip, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lycaste panchita is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is a small, delicate species with white flowers. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Lycaste panchita
Lycaste panchita is native to Peru and can be found in moist, sandy soils.
Lycaste panchita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lycaste panchita?
Lycaste panchita
What is the common name of Lycaste panchita?
Panchita Lycaste
What is the natural habitat of Lycaste panchita?
Tropical rainforests of Central America
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,