Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alta
ID:
554990

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 258 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554322



Common Names

  • Alta Specklinia
  • Speckled Specklinia
  • Alta Lipstick


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis alta Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia alta (also called Alta Specklinia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has small, white flowers and can be found in humid forests and on tree branches.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia alta is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and can be used to create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia alta is a small, white to pinkish-purple flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia alta is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a shady location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of a mature stem and plant it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Specklinia alta

Specklinia alta can be found in the rainforests of Central and South America.

Specklinia alta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia alta?

Specklinia alta

What is the common name of Specklinia alta?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia alta?

Moist, shady forests

Species in the Specklinia genus

Specklinia corniculata, Specklinia grobyi, Specklinia lanceola, Specklinia marginalis, Specklinia acanthodes, Specklinia acicularis, Specklinia acrisepala, Specklinia alexii, Specklinia alta, Specklinia ancora, Specklinia areldii, Specklinia aristata, Specklinia barbae, Specklinia bicornis, Specklinia blancoi, Specklinia brighamella, Specklinia brighamii, Specklinia cabellensis, Specklinia cactantha, Specklinia calderae, Specklinia calyptrostele, Specklinia campylotyle, Specklinia cestrochila, Specklinia chontalensis, Specklinia ciliifera, Specklinia clavigera, Specklinia colombiana, Specklinia condylata, Specklinia coronula, Specklinia corynetes, Specklinia costaricensis, Specklinia curtisii, Specklinia cycesis, Specklinia cynocephala, Specklinia digitale, Specklinia displosa, Specklinia dodii, Specklinia endotrachys, Specklinia exesilabia, Specklinia exilis, Specklinia flosculifera, Specklinia formondii, Specklinia fuegi, Specklinia fulgens, Specklinia glandulosa, Specklinia gongylodes, Specklinia gracillima, Specklinia grisebachiana, Specklinia guanacastensis, Specklinia helenae,

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,

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