Ypsilopus liae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
liae
ID:
335784
Status:
valid
Authors:
Delep. & J.-P.Lebel
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Taxonomania 2: 8 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335116
Common Names
- Ypsilopus Liae
- Liae Orchid
- Ypsilopus Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ypsilopus liae (also called Liae's Ypsilopus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to India, and it grows in wet, humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ypsilopus liae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Ypsilopus liae has white to pale pink flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Ypsilopus liae are small and have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ypsilopus liae is a tropical plant native to Africa. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or division of the root ball. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slower process.
Where to Find Ypsilopus liae
Ypsilopus liae can be found in the tropical rain forests of Central and South America.
Ypsilopus liae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ypsilopus liae?
Ypsilopus liae
What is the common name of Ypsilopus liae?
Lia's Ypsilopus
What is the habitat of Ypsilopus liae?
Ypsilopus liae is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Species in the Ypsilopus genus
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-215487: Based on the initial data import
Gilbert Delepierre: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delep.' in the authors string.
Jean-Paul Lebel (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-P.Lebel' in the authors string.