Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atrosanguinea
ID:
228612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 39: 71 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227942

Common Names

  • Atrosanguinea Liparis
  • Atrosanguinea Liparis Orchid
  • Atrosanguinea Wax Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Liparis conspicua J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Liparis tabularis Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Liparis atrosanguinea (also called 'Atrosanguinea Liparis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is a small terrestrial orchid with a single stem and two leaves. It has a single yellow flower with a white lip. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis atrosanguinea is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and as a houseplant. Its bright yellow flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis atrosanguinea has a white flower with a short, slender tube and a spadix that is club-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis atrosanguinea is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be grown in well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. The seed should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Liparis atrosanguinea

Liparis atrosanguinea is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Liparis atrosanguinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis atrosanguinea?

Liparis atrosanguinea

What is the family of Liparis atrosanguinea?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Liparis atrosanguinea?

Tropical forests

Species in the Liparis genus

Liparis abyssinica, Liparis acaulis, Liparis acuminata, Liparis acutissima, Liparis affinis, Liparis alata, Liparis altigena, Liparis amabilis, Liparis amboinensis, Liparis amesiana, Liparis anatina, Liparis anceps, Liparis andringitrana, Liparis anemophila, Liparis angustilabris, Liparis anopheles, Liparis anthericoides, Liparis aphylla, Liparis apiculata, Liparis aptenodytes, Liparis arachnites, Liparis araneola, Liparis arnoglossophylla, Liparis arrigens, Liparis ascendens, Liparis assamica, Liparis atropurpurea, Liparis atrosanguinea, Liparis aurantiorbiculata, Liparis auriculata, Liparis auriculifera, Liparis aurita, Liparis averyanoviana, Liparis balansae, Liparis barbata, Liparis bathiei, Liparis bautingensis, Liparis beccarii, Liparis beddomei, Liparis bernieri, Liparis bibullata, Liparis bicolor, Liparis bicuspidata, Liparis biglobulifera, Liparis biloba, Liparis bilobulata, Liparis bistriata, Liparis bleyi, Liparis bontocensis, Liparis bootanensis,

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,

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