Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ectopa
ID:
913790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 30: 9 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913125

Common Names

  • Lepanthes ectopa
  • Lepanthes
  • Ectopa

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Description

Lepanthes ectopa (also called African Squill, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with a rosette of fleshy, pointed leaves and small, star-shaped, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes ectopa is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes ectopa is small and white, with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes ectopa is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is an easy to grow species that can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining medium. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It blooms in the spring and summer and produces small, orange flowers.

Where to Find Lepanthes ectopa

Lepanthes ectopa is found in Costa Rica.

Lepanthes ectopa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes ectopa?

Lepanthes ectopa

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes ectopa?

Tropical montane forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Lepanthes ectopa?

White, yellow, or pink

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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