Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
229241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe ex Downie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 372 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228571

Common Names

  • Tenuis Liparis
  • Tenuis Bog Orchid
  • Tenuis Twayblade

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Synonyms

  • Platystyliparis tenuis (Rolfe ex Downie) Marg. [unknown]

Description

Liparis tenuis (also called 'Slender Liparis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, erect stem and a single, yellow flower. It grows in wet, boggy areas, and is often found in sphagnum moss.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis tenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Liparis tenuis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellowish-green tepals and yellow anthers. Seed: The seeds of Liparis tenuis are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Liparis tenuis are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis tenuis is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Liparis tenuis

Liparis tenuis is native to China and Japan. It can be found in moist, shady areas in deciduous forests.

Liparis tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis tenuis?

Liparis tenuis

What is the common name of Liparis tenuis?

Slender Liparis

What type of plant is Liparis tenuis?

Orchid

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-113227: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Dorothy G. Downie (1894-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Downie' in the authors string.