Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aciculifolia
ID:
225426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20: 194 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224756

Common Names

  • Lepanthes Aciculifolia
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid

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Description

Lepanthes aciculifolia (also called 'Needle-leaf Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a small orchid species that is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters. It has thin, erect, linear leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and red markings.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes aciculifolia 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 aciculifolia 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 aciculifolia

Lepanthes aciculifolia can be found in Ecuador.

Lepanthes aciculifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes aciculifolia?

Lepanthes aciculifolia

What are the common names of Lepanthes aciculifolia?

Needle-leaved Lepanthes, Needle-leaved Orchid, and Needle-leaved Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes aciculifolia?

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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