Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Rich.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
De Orchid. Eur. : 38 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228284
Common Names
- Loeselii Orchid
- Liparis Orchid
- Liparis Loeselii
Synonyms
- Leptorkis loeselii MacMill. [unknown]
- Liparis bifolia St.-Lag. [unknown]
- Malaxis correanaa Bart. [unknown]
- Malaxis loeselii Sw. [unknown]
- Mesoptera loeselii (A.Rich.) Raf. [unknown]
- Ophrys loeselii L. [unknown]
- Ophrys pulchella Salisb. [unknown]
- Ophrys trigona Gilib. [unknown]
- Orchis loeselii MacMill. [unknown]
- Paliris loeselii Dumort. [unknown]
- Pseudorchis loeselii Gray [unknown]
- Serapias loeselii Hoffm. [unknown]
- Sturmia loeselii Rchb. [unknown]
- Liparis loeselii ovata Ridd. ex Godfery [unknown]
- Liparis loeselii cracoviensis Zapal. [unknown]
- Liparis loeselii lutosa Clairv. [unknown]
- Liparis loeselii lutosa (Clairv.) Soó [unknown]
- Liparis loeselii ovata (Ridd. ex Godfery) Soó [unknown]
- Liparis loeselii squamigera Zapal. [unknown]
- Cymbidium loeselii Sw. [unknown]
- Leptorchis loeselii MacMill. [unknown]
Description
Liparis loeselii (also called Loesel's Liparis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, Korea, and the Russian Far East. It grows in shady, moist, evergreen forests at elevations of 0–1000 m. This species has an erect stem, up to 20 cm tall, with two to four leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green, with a white lip.
Uses & Benefits
Liparis loeselii is a tropical orchid that is known for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be grown indoors. It is easy to care for and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Liparis loeselii sub. loeselii
Liparis loeselii sub. sachalinensis (Nakai) Efimov
Liparis loeselii sub. orientalis Efimov
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Liparis loeselii has a white flower with yellow and purple spots. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Liparis loeselii is a terrestrial orchid native to China and Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained medium and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Germination can take several months.
Where to Find Liparis loeselii
Liparis loeselii can be found in moist forests in Japan, Korea, and China.
Liparis loeselii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liparis loeselii?
Liparis loeselii
What is the common name of Liparis loeselii?
Loesel's Liparis
What is the natural habitat of Liparis loeselii?
Liparis loeselii is found in moist forests in Europe.
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,