twayblade
Liparis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Twayblade, scientifically known as Liparis, is a fascinating genus of small, terrestrial orchids found in diverse habitats worldwide. Often characterized by their delicate blooms and unique leaf structures, these plants play vital roles in forest ecosystems. They are prized by botanists and enthusiasts for their subtle, intricate beauty.
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- twayblade
- wide-lip orchid
- Fly Orchids
- Widelip Orchids
- snailfishes
- sea snails
Scientific Names
Accepted name
LiparisSynonyms
- Cestichis
- Paliris
- Empusaria
- Empusa
- Dituilis
- Diteilis
- Anistylis
- Alipsa
- Iebine
- Leptorkis
- Ypsilorchis
- Platystyliparis
- Blepharoglossum
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Gastroglottis
- Stichorchis
- Platystylis
- Empusaria
- Alipsa
- Paliris
- Cestichis
- Orquídeas de labio grueso
German:
- Glanzorchis
- Glanzkraut
French:
- Liparis (Orchidaceae)
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asparagales, it is a member of the Orchidaceae family. It is specifically classified under the genus Liparis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Liparis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution throughout the northern regions of Europe. Within Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark. It can also be found inhabiting the landscapes of Finland. Furthermore, the species extends its range across Great Britain. Finally, the plant is known to grow within the territories of Norway and Sweden.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Liparis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Natural product research
Activities
Liparis has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Antitumor, Hypolipidemic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Natural product research
Antioxidant
- Natural product research
Antitumor
- Natural product research
Hypolipidemic
- Natural product research
Conditions
Liparis has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include menorrhagia, snake bites.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Menorrhagia | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Snake bites | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Menorrhagia
- Natural product research
Snake bites
- Natural product research
Preparations
Liparis has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Extracts
- Natural product research