Lepanthes contingens
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Lepanthes contingens is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Naturally occurring in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. The genus Lepanthes is notably large, comprising more than 1200 species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Ecuador, Peru