Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
blepharophylla
ID:
225535

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Hespenh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 25: 260 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224865

Common Names

  • Blepharophylla Lepanthes
  • Eyelash-leaved Lepanthes
  • Eyelash-leaved Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes ciliata Lindl. ex Griseb. [unknown]
  • Lepanthopsis blepharophylla (Griseb.) Garay [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis blepharophylla Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Lepanthes blepharophylla (also called 'Eyelash-leaf Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. It is native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes blepharophylla is a popular ornamental plant due to its small size and bright colors. It is often used in terrariums or as a houseplant. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, as it can be used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes blepharophylla is small and yellow, with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes blepharophylla can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, separate the plant into two or more sections and replant each section in a separate pot. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, sterile potting mix and keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Lepanthes blepharophylla

Lepanthes blepharophylla is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Lepanthes blepharophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes blepharophylla?

Lepanthes blepharophylla

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes blepharophylla?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flower color of Lepanthes blepharophylla?

White or yellowish

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109717: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Henry August Hespenheide (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hespenh.' in the authors string.