Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kamerunensis
ID:
228900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 53: 560 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228230



Common Names

  • Kamerunensis Liparis
  • Kamerunensis Bog Orchid
  • Kamerunensis Orchid


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Description

Liparis kamerunensis (also called Cameroon Liparis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Liparis. It is native to Central Africa, where it is found in the mountains of Cameroon and Nigeria. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liparis kamerunensis is a small, white or yellowish-green, and has six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis kamerunensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Where to Find Liparis kamerunensis

Liparis kamerunensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Cameroon.

Liparis kamerunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis kamerunensis?

Liparis kamerunensis

What is the common name of Liparis kamerunensis?

Kamerun Liparis

What is the natural habitat of Liparis kamerunensis?

Liparis kamerunensis is found in moist forests in Cameroon.

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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