Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
barbata
ID:
228624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 27 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227954



Common Names

  • Bearded Liparis
  • Bearded Orchid
  • Bearded Waxwort


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis barbata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis pectinata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis thwaitesii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis wrayi Kuntze [unknown]
  • Liparis fimbriata Kerr [unknown]
  • Liparis indirae Manilal & C.S.Kumar [unknown]
  • Liparis maboroensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Liparis maboroensis bistriata J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Liparis pectinata Ridl. [unknown]
  • Liparis pectinifera Ridl. [unknown]
  • Liparis punctifera Schltr. [unknown]
  • Liparis thwaitesii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Liparis wrayi Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Liparis alavensis P.J.Cribb & Whistler [unknown]
  • Diteilis wrayi (Hook.f.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Leptorchis barbata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis pectinata (Ridl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis thwaitesii (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis wrayi (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Liparis barbata (also called 'Barbata 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 barbata 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

Flower of Liparis barbata is small, white and fragrant. Its seed is small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis barbata is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be grown in well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. The seed should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Liparis barbata

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

Liparis barbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis barbata?

Liparis barbata

What is the family of Liparis barbata?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Liparis barbata?

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-112663: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.