Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bootanensis
ID:
228656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Not. Pl. Asiat. 3: 278 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227986



Common Names

  • Bootan Liparis
  • Bootan Orchid
  • Bootan Waxwort


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis bootanensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis forbesii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis lancifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis pachypus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorkis plicata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Liparis amphibius Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Liparis forbesii Ridl. [unknown]
  • Liparis lancifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Liparis pachypus C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Liparis plicata Franch. & Sav. [unknown]
  • Liparis pterostyloides Szlach. [unknown]
  • Liparis ruybarrettoi S.Y.Hu & Barretto [unknown]
  • Liparis subplicata Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Liparis uchiyamae Schltr. [unknown]
  • Liparis bootanensis uchiyamae (Schltr.) S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Cestichis forbesii Ames [unknown]
  • Cestichis plicata (Franch. & Savat.) Maekawa [unknown]
  • Stichorkis bootanensis (Griff.) Marg., Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]
  • Leptorchis bootanensis (Griff.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis forbesii (Ridl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis lancifolia (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis pachypus (Parish & Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis plicata (Franch. & Sav.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Liparis bootanensis bootanensis [unknown]

Description

Liparis bootanensis (also called Bootan liparis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the tropical forests of India and Nepal. It is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis bootanensis 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 bootanensis 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 bootanensis 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 bootanensis

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

Liparis bootanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis bootanensis?

Liparis bootanensis

What is the family of Liparis bootanensis?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Liparis bootanensis?

Bootan Liparis

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,

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