Palau Widelip Orchid

Liparis palawensis

Native to:
Caroline Is., Guam, Palau

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Liparis
Species:
Liparis palawensis
USDA Symbol:
LIPA18

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
25 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
yellow, green

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained forest soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
typically found in forest understories