Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
omnifera
ID:
226189

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 65: 105. 1998 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XVI

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225519

Common Names

  • Omnifera Lepanthes
  • Omnifera Orchid
  • Omnifera's Lepanthes

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Description

Lepanthes omnifera (also called Omnifera Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It typically grows in cloud forests, between 1,000 and 2,000 meters above sea level. It has a small, slender stem and thin, lanceolate leaves. The flowers are small and yellowish-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes omnifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes omnifera is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes omnifera is a small epiphytic orchid native to South America. It can be grown in a pot or basket with a well-draining medium, such as a mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is by division of the clump or by seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes omnifera

Lepanthes omnifera is native to Colombia and can be found in the cloud forests of the Cordillera Occidental.

Lepanthes omnifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes omnifera?

Lepanthes omnifera

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes omnifera?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What is the size of Lepanthes omnifera?

It is a small plant, with a stem that can reach up to 10 cm in length.

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-110308: 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.