Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
228611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 28 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227941



Common Names

  • Atropurpurea Liparis
  • Atropurpurea Liparis Orchid
  • Atropurpurea Wax Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis lindleyana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Liparis walkerae Wight [unknown]
  • Platystylis atropurpurea Lindl. [unknown]
  • Malaxis nilgiriensis T.Muthuk., A.Rajendran, Priyadh. & Sarval. [unknown]

Description

Liparis atropurpurea (also called 'Atropurpurea Liparis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is a small terrestrial orchid with a single stem and two leaves. It has a single yellow flower with a white lip. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis atropurpurea is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and as a houseplant. Its bright yellow flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis atropurpurea has a white flower with a short, slender tube and a spadix that is club-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis atropurpurea is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is a small plant, growing up to 30 cm tall. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is hardy to USDA hardiness zones 10-12.

Where to Find Liparis atropurpurea

Liparis atropurpurea is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Liparis atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis atropurpurea?

Liparis atropurpurea

What is the family of Liparis atropurpurea?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Liparis atropurpurea?

Tropical forests

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-112651: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.