Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
horichii
ID:
225925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 2: 194 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225255

Common Names

  • Horichii Lepanthes
  • Horichii Orchid
  • Horichii Pleurothallis

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Description

Lepanthes horichii (also called 'Horich's Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in montane rainforest habitats at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes horichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes horichii is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes horichii is a small epiphytic orchid that grows in wet forests in Costa Rica and Panama. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss, and should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is usually done through division of the clump, or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes horichii

Lepanthes horichii is native to Colombia.

Lepanthes horichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes horichii?

Lepanthes horichii

What is the common name of Lepanthes horichii?

Horich's lepanthes

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes horichii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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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