Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
halconensis
ID:
228862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 5: 80 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228192



Common Names

  • Liparis halconensis
  • Halcon Liparis
  • Halcon Bog Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cestichis halconensis Ames [unknown]

Description

Liparis halconensis (also called Halcon Bog Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Europe and Asia. It has yellow-green flowers with a white lip and a yellow-green stem. The plant grows in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis halconensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis halconensis has small, white, fragrant flowers with yellowish-green lips and a yellowish-green column. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis halconensis is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It prefers partial shade and should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Liparis halconensis

Liparis halconensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Liparis halconensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis halconensis?

Liparis halconensis

What is the natural habitat of Liparis halconensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flowering season of Liparis halconensis?

Late spring to early summer

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-112880: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.