Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
glomerulosa
ID:
225869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 61: 90 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225199

Common Names

  • Glomerulosa Lepanthes
  • Glomerulosa Slipper Orchid
  • Glomerulosa's Lepanthes

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Description

Lepanthes glomerulosa (also called 'Clustered Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It grows in wet forests at elevations of 500–1700 m. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes glomerulosa is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, dark, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes glomerulosa is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Lepanthes glomerulosa

Lepanthes glomerulosa is found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lepanthes glomerulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes glomerulosa?

Lepanthes glomerulosa

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes glomerulosa?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the blooming season and color of Lepanthes glomerulosa?

Blooming season is from May to August and the flower color is orange

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-110018: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.