Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sootenzanensis
ID:
229208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fukuy.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Rep. (Annual) Taihoku Bot. Gard. 3: 84 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228538



Common Names

  • Sootenzan Liparis
  • Sootenzan Bog Orchid
  • Sootenzan Twayblade


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Synonyms

  • Liparis macrantha sootenzanensis (Fukuy.) S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Liparis nigra flava Aver. [unknown]
  • Liparis nigra sootenzanensis (Fukuy.) T.S.Liu & H.J.Su [unknown]
  • Liparis piriformis Szlach. [unknown]
  • Liparis tixieri Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Liparis flava (Aver.) Aver. [unknown]
  • Diteilis sootenzanensis (Fukuy.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]

Description

Liparis sootenzanensis (also called the Sootenzan Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in Africa. 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 sootenzanensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Liparis sootenzanensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellowish-green tepals and yellow anthers. Seed: The seeds of Liparis sootenzanensis are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Liparis sootenzanensis are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis sootenzanensis 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 sootenzanensis

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

Liparis sootenzanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis sootenzanensis?

Liparis sootenzanensis

What is the common name of Liparis sootenzanensis?

Liparis sootenzanensis

Where is Liparis sootenzanensis 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,

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