Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
836562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 15: 563 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835897



Common Names

  • Grass-leaved Liparis
  • Liparis Graminifolia
  • Liparis Grass-leaved


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Description

Liparis graminifolia (also called Grass-Leaved Liparis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub found in India. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate to narrowly elliptic. It is native to Kerala and is found in forests, thickets, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis graminifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liparis graminifolia is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have two serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis graminifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best achieved through cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a sheltered spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Liparis graminifolia

Liparis graminifolia can be found in India.

Liparis graminifolia FAQ

What are the preferred growing conditions for Liparis graminifolia?

Liparis graminifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade.

What type of soil is best for Liparis graminifolia?

Liparis graminifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much water does Liparis graminifolia need?

Liparis graminifolia prefers moist soil, but does not need to be watered frequently.

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-373165: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.