Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acetabulum
ID:
226626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 196 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225956

Common Names

  • Lepanthopsis acetabulum
  • Acetabulum's Lepanthopsis
  • Acetabulum Lepanthopsis

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Description

Lepanthopsis acetabulum (also called Acetabulum Lepanthopsis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. It is found in montane rainforest habitats, usually growing on mossy branches or trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthopsis acetabulum is a popular ornamental plant, known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a ground cover, in containers, or in rock gardens. The plant is drought-tolerant and can attract pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthopsis acetabulum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthopsis acetabulum is a small epiphytic orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers to be grown in a potting mix that is composed of equal parts of sphagnum moss, fir bark, and perlite. Water regularly, keeping the potting mix moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength.

Where to Find Lepanthopsis acetabulum

Lepanthopsis acetabulum is native to Colombia.

Lepanthopsis acetabulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthopsis acetabulum?

Lepanthopsis acetabulum

What is the common name of Lepanthopsis acetabulum?

Acetabulum Lepanthopsis

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthopsis acetabulum?

Lepanthopsis acetabulum is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica

Species in the Lepanthopsis genus

Lepanthopsis abbreviata, Lepanthopsis acetabulum, Lepanthopsis acuminata, Lepanthopsis anthoctenium, Lepanthopsis apoda, Lepanthopsis aristata, Lepanthopsis astrophora, Lepanthopsis atrosetifera, Lepanthopsis barahonensis, Lepanthopsis comet-halleyi, Lepanthopsis constanzensis, Lepanthopsis cucullata, Lepanthopsis culiculosa, Lepanthopsis densiflora, Lepanthopsis dewildei, Lepanthopsis dodii, Lepanthopsis farrago, Lepanthopsis floripecten, Lepanthopsis glandulifera, Lepanthopsis hirtzii, Lepanthopsis hotteana, Lepanthopsis lingulata, Lepanthopsis melanantha, Lepanthopsis micheliae, Lepanthopsis microlepanthes, Lepanthopsis moniliformis, Lepanthopsis obliquipetala, Lepanthopsis ornipteridion, Lepanthopsis peniculus, Lepanthopsis pristis, Lepanthopsis prolifera, Lepanthopsis pulchella, Lepanthopsis pygmaea, Lepanthopsis serrulata, Lepanthopsis stellaris, Lepanthopsis steyermarkii, Lepanthopsis ubangii, Lepanthopsis vinacea, Lepanthopsis calva, Lepanthopsis rinkei, Lepanthopsis purpurata, Lepanthopsis woodsiana, Lepanthopsis vellozicola, Lepanthopsis trulliformis, Lepanthopsis hyalina,

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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