Lepanthes avis
Also known as: Lepanthes congesta R.E.Schult.
- Lepanthes congesta R.E.Schult.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Lepanthes avis is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Lepanthes, which contains over 1200 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southwest