Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
avis
ID:
225503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 1: 144 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224833

Common Names

  • Lepanthes Avis
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes congesta R.E.Schult. [unknown]

Description

Lepanthes avis (also called Bird Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with a single leaf and an inflorescence with up to 10 flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes avis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes avis is small and white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes avis is a small orchid species native to Ecuador. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1500-3000 m. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees and branches. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of bark and perlite. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes avis

Lepanthes avis is native to Colombia.

Lepanthes avis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes avis?

Lepanthes avis

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes avis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes avis?

Spring to summer

Species in the Lepanthes genus

Lepanthes abitaguae, Lepanthes abortiva, Lepanthes absens, Lepanthes acarina, Lepanthes aciculifolia, Lepanthes acoridilabia, Lepanthes acrogenia, Lepanthes actias-luna, Lepanthes aculeata, Lepanthes acuminata, Lepanthes acunae, Lepanthes acutissima, Lepanthes adamsii, Lepanthes adelphe, Lepanthes aduncata, Lepanthes aeora, Lepanthes affinis, Lepanthes aggeris, Lepanthes agglutinata, Lepanthes aithalos, Lepanthes alcicornis, Lepanthes alkaia, Lepanthes allector, Lepanthes almolongae, Lepanthes alopex, Lepanthes alticola, Lepanthes amabilis, Lepanthes amphioxa, Lepanthes amplectens, Lepanthes amplior, Lepanthes amplisepala, Lepanthes anatina, Lepanthes ancylopetala, Lepanthes andreettae, Lepanthes andrenoglossa, Lepanthes anfracta, Lepanthes angulata, Lepanthes ankistra, Lepanthes anserina, Lepanthes antennata, Lepanthes antennifera, Lepanthes antilocapra, Lepanthes antiopa, Lepanthes antioquiensis, Lepanthes appendiculata, Lepanthes aprica, Lepanthes aprina, Lepanthes aquila-borussiae, Lepanthes arbuscula, Lepanthes arethusa,

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,

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