Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
arethusa
ID:
225481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 21(2): 135. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224811

Common Names

  • Lepanthes Arethusa
  • Lepanthes
  • Lepanthes Orchid

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Description

Lepanthes arethusa (also called 'Arethusa Lepanthes', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. It is native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes arethusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes arethusa is small and white, with a yellow center. Its seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes arethusa is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It is found growing in wet montane forests at elevations of 500-2000 meters. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lepanthes arethusa

Lepanthes arethusa is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lepanthes arethusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes arethusa?

Lepanthes arethusa

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes arethusa?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Lepanthes arethusa?

Spring to summer

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-109669: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.