Barkeria lindleyana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindleyana
ID:
318052
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bateman ex Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28: t. 2 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317384
Common Names
- Lindley's Barkeria
- Lindley's Epidendrum
- Lindley's Orchid
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- Epidendrum lindleyanum centerae A.H.Kent [unknown]
- Epidendrum lindleyanum (Bateman ex Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Barkeria lindleyana (also called Lindley's Barkeria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America, typically found in humid, tropical forests. It has a thin, woody stem and long, narrow leaves with a waxy coating. Its flowers are white and bell-shaped.
Uses & Benefits
Barkeria lindleyana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for rope making.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Barkeria lindleyana sub. lindleyanaBarkeria lindleyana sub. vanneriana (Rchb.f.) Thien in Thien & Dressler
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barkeria lindleyana is yellow, with a long, curved nectar spur. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barkeria lindleyana can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by division. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Barkeria lindleyana
Barkeria lindleyana can be found in Mexico.
Barkeria lindleyana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkeria lindleyana?
Barkeria lindleyana
What type of plant is Barkeria lindleyana?
It is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae.
Where is Barkeria lindleyana found?
It is found in Mexico.
Species in the Barkeria genus
Barkeria barkeriola, Barkeria dorotheae, Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana, Barkeria lindleyana, Barkeria melanocaulon, Barkeria naevosa, Barkeria obovata, Barkeria palmeri, Barkeria scandens, Barkeria shoemakeri, Barkeria skinneri, Barkeria spectabilis, Barkeria strophinx, Barkeria uniflora, Barkeria whartoniana, Barkeria archilarum, Barkeria skinneri,
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-19833: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
James Bateman (1811-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bateman' in the authors string.