Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chungthangensis
ID:
462827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lucksom

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 112(1255): 14 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462159

Common Names

  • Chungthang Liparis
  • Chungthang Orchid
  • Chungthang Bog Orchid

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Description

Liparis chungthangensis (also called 'Chungthang Liparis', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to the Himalayas. It grows in moist meadows, grassy areas, and along roadsides. It has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Liparis chungthangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liparis chungthangensis has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis chungthangensis can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.

Where to Find Liparis chungthangensis

Liparis chungthangensis can be found in the Himalayas, from India to China.

Liparis chungthangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liparis chungthangensis?

Liparis chungthangensis

What is the common name of Liparis chungthangensis?

Chungthang Liparis

What is the natural habitat of Liparis chungthangensis?

Mountain grasslands in the Himalayas of India

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-252539: Based on the initial data import
S.Z. Lucksom: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lucksom' in the authors string.