Status:
valid
Authors:
Soto Arenas, Salazar & R.Jiménez
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 608 (2002 publ. 2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462182
Common Names
- Madrensis Liparis
- Madrensis Orchid
- Madrensis Bog Orchid
Description
Liparis madrensis (also called 'Madrean Liparis', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It grows in moist meadows, grassy areas, and along roadsides. It has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Liparis madrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Liparis madrensis has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Liparis madrensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Where to Find Liparis madrensis
Liparis madrensis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Liparis madrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liparis madrensis?
Liparis madrensis
What is the common name of Liparis madrensis?
Madrean Liparis
What is the natural habitat of Liparis madrensis?
Mountain grasslands in the Himalayas of India
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,