Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
purpureovittata
ID:
836601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tsutsumi, T.Yukawa & M.Kato

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 59: 74 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835936

Common Names

  • Purpureovittata Liparis
  • Liparis purpureovittata
  • Purpureovittata Liparis

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Description

Liparis purpureovittata (also called Purple-striped orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Japan. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis purpureovittata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis purpureovittata has small, purple flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis purpureovittata is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagate by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Liparis purpureovittata

Liparis purpureovittata can be found in India.

Liparis purpureovittata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis purpureovittata?

Liparis purpureovittata

What is the common name of Liparis purpureovittata?

Purple-striped Liparis

What is the natural habitat of Liparis purpureovittata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-373209: Based on the initial data import
Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Chie Tsutsumi (b.2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tsutsumi' in the authors string.
Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.