Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
biloba
ID:
228645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 5: t. 1633 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227975



Common Names

  • Two-lobed Liparis
  • Two-lobed Orchid
  • Two-lobed Waxwort


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis biloba Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis biloba (Wight) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Liparis biloba (also called Two-lobed Liparis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to Japan, Korea, and eastern China, and it grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis biloba 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 biloba 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 biloba 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 biloba

Liparis biloba can be found in the tropical forests of South and Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.

Liparis biloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis biloba?

Liparis biloba

What is the family of Liparis biloba?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Liparis biloba?

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-112682: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.