Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
josei
ID:
225987

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hespenh. & Dod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Moscosoa 6: 186 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225317

Common Names

  • Josei Lepanthes
  • Josei Pleurothallis
  • Jose's Lepanthes

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Description

Lepanthes josei (also called Jose's Lepanthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama. It has a single, thin leaf and a single, small flower. The flower is white with a yellow center and has a long, thin, curved lip. It typically grows on trees and rocks in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Lepanthes josei is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright, colorful foliage and is often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepanthes josei is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepanthes josei is a small-sized epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. It prefers medium to bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done through division or seed.

Where to Find Lepanthes josei

Lepanthes josei is native to Colombia and can be found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Lepanthes josei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Lepanthes josei?

Lepanthes josei is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

What is the size of Lepanthes josei?

Lepanthes josei is a small plant, usually growing to a height of around 5 cm.

What is the flowering period of Lepanthes josei?

Lepanthes josei typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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-110126: Based on the initial data import
Henry August Hespenheide (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hespenh.' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.