Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Szlach. & Marg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 46: 114 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338156
Common Names
- Alatiliparis lepanthes
- Lepanthes Liparis
- Liparis Orchid
Synonyms
- Liparis lepanthes Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Alatiliparis lepanthes (also called Lepanthes Alatiliparis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Alatiliparis lepanthes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alatiliparis lepanthes has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alatiliparis lepanthes is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil and cover with a plastic bag to maintain humidity. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Alatiliparis lepanthes
Alatiliparis lepanthes can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Alatiliparis lepanthes FAQ
What is the common name of Alatiliparis lepanthes?
Liparis
What is the growth habit of Alatiliparis lepanthes?
It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome.
What are the uses of Alatiliparis lepanthes?
It is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Species in the Alatiliparis genus
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,