Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
228739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. ex Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22: 291 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228069



Common Names

  • Liparis Decurrens
  • Decurrent Twayblade
  • Decurrent Widelip Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis decurrens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malaxis decurrens Blume [unknown]
  • Microstylis decurrens Miq. [unknown]
  • Platystylis alata Blume ex Ridl. [unknown]
  • Platystylis decurrens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Stichorkis decurrens Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Platystyliparis decurrens (Blume) Marg. [unknown]
  • Cestichis decurrens Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Leptorchis decurrens (Rchb.f. ex Ridl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Liparis decurrens (also called Decurrent 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 decurrens has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liparis decurrens is a small, greenish-white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis decurrens is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is best grown in partial shade and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Liparis decurrens

Liparis decurrens can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Liparis decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis decurrens?

Liparis decurrens

What is the common name of Liparis decurrens?

Decurrent Liparis

What is the natural habitat of Liparis decurrens?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands in the Himalayas and China

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-112769: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.