Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rhodochila
ID:
229159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1908: 412 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228489



Common Names

  • Liparis rhodochila
  • Rose-lipped Liparis
  • Rose-lipped Bog Orchid


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Description

Liparis rhodochila (also called 'Rose-colored Liparis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, erect stem and a single, purple-green flower. It grows in wet, boggy areas, and is often found in sphagnum moss.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis rhodochila 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 rhodochila has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis rhodochila 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 rhodochila

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

Liparis rhodochila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis rhodochila?

Liparis rhodochila

What type of plant is Liparis rhodochila?

Orchid

Where does Liparis rhodochila 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,

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