Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acarina
ID:
225425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 326 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224755

Common Names

  • Lepanthes Acarina
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid

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Description

Lepanthes acarina (also called Acarine Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes acarina is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes acarina has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes acarina can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done when the plant is dormant and the roots should be divided into smaller sections. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Lepanthes acarina

Lepanthes acarina can be found in Ecuador.

Lepanthes acarina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes acarina?

Lepanthes acarina

What are the common names of Lepanthes acarina?

Acarina Lepanthes, Acarina Orchid, and Acarina Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes acarina?

It is native to Colombia and is found in moist, shady areas

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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