Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
809260

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kranjčev & Čičmir

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Naturalistes Belges 87(Orchid. 19): 78 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808594



Common Names

  • Epipactis rivularis
  • Rivularis Epipactis
  • Epipactis Rivularis


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Description

Epipactis rivularis (also called 'Rivularis Epipactis', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and thin, wiry roots. The stems are short and slender, and the leaves are oblong-lanceolate. The flowers are greenish-white, with a yellow lip, and they bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Epipactis rivularis is a popular houseplant that can be used to add a touch of greenery to any home. It is also known to help purify the air and can be used to reduce stress and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epipactis rivularis has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epipactis rivularis is a terrestrial orchid native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers well-draining, sandy soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Epipactis rivularis

Epipactis rivularis is native to Europe and can be found in the wild in the countries of Germany, France, and Switzerland.

Species in the Epipactis genus

Epipactis humilior, Epipactis nicolosii, Epipactis nordeniorum, Epipactis stellifera, Epipactis exilis, Epipactis robatschii, Epipactis alatus, Epipactis rivularis, Epipactis autumnalis, Epipactis ioessa, Epipactis hanseniorum, Epipactis africana, Epipactis albensis, Epipactis atromarginata, Epipactis atrorubens, Epipactis barlae, Epipactis barreana, Epipactis breinerorum, Epipactis bruxellensis, Epipactis bugacensis, Epipactis cardonneae, Epipactis condensata, Epipactis conquensis, Epipactis dunensis, Epipactis fageticola, Epipactis flaminia, Epipactis flava, Epipactis gerbaudiorum, Epipactis gevaudanii, Epipactis gigantea, Epipactis graberi, Epipactis greuteri, Epipactis guegelii, Epipactis helleborine, Epipactis heterogama, Epipactis kleinii, Epipactis leptochila, Epipactis liestalensis, Epipactis lusitanica, Epipactis mairei, Epipactis meridionalis, Epipactis microphylla, Epipactis muelleri, Epipactis ohwii, Epipactis olympica, Epipactis palustris, Epipactis papillosa, Epipactis persica, Epipactis phyllanthes, Epipactis placentina,

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,