Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leucantha
ID:
306049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 22: 856 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305381



Common Names

  • Leucantha Orchid
  • Scaphyglottis Orchid
  • Leucantha Cattleya


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Synonyms

  • Ponera esuriens Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Ponera leucantha Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis esuriens Schltr. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis major (C.Schweinf.) Correll [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis wercklei major C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis cuneata major C.Schweinf. ex Correll [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis prolifera major (C.Schweinf.) Brieger & D.R.Hunt [unknown]

Description

Scaphyglottis leucantha (also called White-flowered Scaphyglottis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, branching stems and small, fragrant flowers. It typically grows on trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphyglottis leucantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scaphyglottis leucantha is a small, yellow-green cup-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphyglottis leucantha is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be planted in well-draining, acidic soil and watered regularly. Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Scaphyglottis leucantha

Scaphyglottis leucantha is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Scaphyglottis leucantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphyglottis leucantha?

Scaphyglottis leucantha

What is the common name of Scaphyglottis leucantha?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Scaphyglottis leucantha?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Scaphyglottis genus

Scaphyglottis acostaei, Scaphyglottis amparoana, Scaphyglottis arctata, Scaphyglottis atwoodii, Scaphyglottis aurea, Scaphyglottis behrii, Scaphyglottis bicallosa, Scaphyglottis bicornis, Scaphyglottis bifida, Scaphyglottis bilineata, Scaphyglottis boliviensis, Scaphyglottis caricalensis, Scaphyglottis chlorantha, Scaphyglottis chocoana, Scaphyglottis condorana, Scaphyglottis conferta, Scaphyglottis confusa, Scaphyglottis corallorrhiza, Scaphyglottis crurigera, Scaphyglottis densa, Scaphyglottis dunstervillei, Scaphyglottis fasciculata, Scaphyglottis felskyi, Scaphyglottis fusiformis, Scaphyglottis geminata, Scaphyglottis gentryi, Scaphyglottis gigantea, Scaphyglottis graminifolia, Scaphyglottis grandiflora, Scaphyglottis hirtzii, Scaphyglottis hondurensis, Scaphyglottis jimenezii, Scaphyglottis laevilabium, Scaphyglottis leucantha, Scaphyglottis limonensis, Scaphyglottis lindeniana, Scaphyglottis livida, Scaphyglottis longicaulis, Scaphyglottis mesocopis, Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum, Scaphyglottis micrantha, Scaphyglottis minutiflora, Scaphyglottis modesta, Scaphyglottis monspirrae, Scaphyglottis pachybulbon, Scaphyglottis panamensis, Scaphyglottis prolifera, Scaphyglottis propinqua, Scaphyglottis pulchella, Scaphyglottis punctulata,

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