Barkeria spectabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
318215
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bateman ex Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28: t. 43 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317547
Common Names
- Spectabilis Barkeria
- Spectabilis Barkerria
- Spectabilis Barkerri
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- Barkeria lindleyana spectabilis (Bateman ex Lindl.) Thien in Thien & Dressler [unknown]
- Epidendrum spectabile Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
Description
Barkeria spectabilis (also called Spectacular Barkeria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Mexico and Guatemala. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a short stem, with two to four leaves, and a single flower. The flower has a yellowish-green color, and is marked with black spots.
Uses & Benefits
Barkeria spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barkeria spectabilis is yellow with a red lip, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barkeria spectabilis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several clumps and each clump should be replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Barkeria spectabilis
Barkeria spectabilis can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras.
Barkeria spectabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkeria spectabilis?
Barkeria spectabilis
What is the common name of Barkeria spectabilis?
Spectabilis Barkeria
Where is Barkeria spectabilis found?
Barkeria spectabilis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
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-19849: 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.