Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
seidenfadeniana
ID:
229193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 302 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228523



Common Names

  • Seidenfaden's Liparis
  • Seidenfaden's Bog Orchid
  • Seidenfaden's Twayblade


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Synonyms

  • Stichorkis seidenfadeniana (Szlach.) Marg., Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Liparis seidenfadeniana (also called the Seidenfaden's Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in North America and parts of Europe. It has a single, slender stem with two to four leaves and a single, small, white flower. The flowers are usually found in wet, boggy areas, such as marshes and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis seidenfadeniana is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis seidenfadeniana 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 seidenfadeniana is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Liparis seidenfadeniana

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

Liparis seidenfadeniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis seidenfadeniana?

Liparis seidenfadeniana

What is the common name of Liparis seidenfadeniana?

Liparis seidenfadeniana

Where is Liparis seidenfadeniana native to?

Asia

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-113182: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.