Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
boomerang
ID:
459611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dod ex Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 24: 6 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458943

Common Names

  • Lepanthes boomerang
  • Lepanthes
  • Boomerang

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Description

Lepanthes boomerang (also called Boomerang Orchid, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, tubular-shaped flowers in shades of yellow, orange, and red. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes boomerang is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepanthes boomerang has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have short, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes boomerang is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of 4-6 inches. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lepanthes boomerang

Lepanthes boomerang is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and can be found in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Lepanthes boomerang FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepanthes boomerang?

Lepanthes boomerang

What is the common name of Lepanthes boomerang?

Boomerang

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes boomerang?

Tropical rainforests

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-252055: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.