Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
229009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 29 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228339



Common Names

  • Montana Liparis
  • Mountain Liparis
  • Liparis montana


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis montana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Liparis montana brevistylis J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Malaxis montana Blume [unknown]
  • Apation purpurascens Blume ex Ridl. [unknown]
  • Leptorchis atropurpurea (Ridl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Leptorchis montana (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Liparis montana (also called Mountain Twayblade, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid found in North America and Asia. It has a single, erect, lanceolate leaf and a single, nodding, yellow-green flower. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as meadows, thickets, and woods.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis montana 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Liparis montana var. montana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liparis montana 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 montana 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 montana

Liparis montana is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Liparis montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis montana?

Liparis montana

What are the common names of Liparis montana?

Mountain Liparis

Where is Liparis montana found?

Liparis montana 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-113015: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.