Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
reflexa
ID:
229148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 11: t. 882 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228478



Common Names

  • Liparis reflexa
  • Reflexed Liparis
  • Reflexed Bog Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Leptorkis reflexa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Liparis decursiva Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Liparis foliosa Lindl. [unknown]
  • Sturmia cuneilabris Benth. [unknown]
  • Sturmia reflexa F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Cestichis reflexa (R.Br.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Stichorkis reflexa (R.Br.) Marg., Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]
  • Stichorkis decursiva (Rchb.f.) Marg., Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]
  • Cymbidium reflexum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Alipsa foliosa Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Leptorchis reflexa (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Liparis reflexa (also called 'Reflexed Liparis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, erect stem and a single, yellow flower. It grows in wet, boggy areas, and is often found in sphagnum moss.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis reflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. The leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis reflexa has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis reflexa is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a variety of soil types, from sandy to loamy. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Liparis reflexa

Liparis reflexa is found in tropical and subtropical climates in the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Liparis reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis reflexa?

Liparis reflexa

What type of plant is Liparis reflexa?

Orchid

Where does Liparis reflexa grow?

North America

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-113141: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.