Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & B.T.Larsen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 18: 180 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329895
Common Names
- Lepanthes Praetermissa
- Forgotten Lepanthes
- Praetermissa Lepanthes
Description
Lepanthes praetermissa (also called the forgotten lepanthes, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a thin, branching stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is typically found growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lepanthes praetermissa is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Lepanthes praetermissa flower has five petals that are white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepanthes praetermissa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Lepanthes praetermissa
Lepanthes praetermissa is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.
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
Bruno T. Larsen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.T.Larsen' in the authors string.