Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
merapiensis
ID:
228993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 104: 16 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228323



Common Names

  • Merapiensis Liparis
  • Merapi Liparis
  • Liparis merapiensis


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Synonyms

  • Cestichis merapiensis (Schltr.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Stichorkis merapiensis (Schltr.) Marg., Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Liparis merapiensis (also called Merapiensis Liparis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Liparis. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in the mountains of Indonesia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis merapiensis is an orchid species native to China. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liparis merapiensis is a white or yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis merapiensis is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.

Where to Find Liparis merapiensis

Liparis merapiensis is native to the mountains of China.

Liparis merapiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis merapiensis?

Liparis merapiensis

What are the common names of Liparis merapiensis?

Mountain Liparis

Where is Liparis merapiensis found?

Liparis merapiensis is found in the Philippines

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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