Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brighamella
ID:
555069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 256 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554401



Common Names

  • Brighamella Specklinia
  • Specklinia brighamella
  • Brighamella's Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis brighamella Luer [unknown]
  • Sarcinula brighamella (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia brighamella (also called Brighamella Specklinia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has small, yellow-green flowers and long, thin leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia brighamella is used in traditional Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory and diuretic. It is also used to treat colds, flu, and other respiratory ailments. It is believed to have antioxidant and immune-boosting effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia brighamella has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia brighamella is a hardy, drought-tolerant epiphyte that grows in partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is tolerant of alkaline soils. Propagation is by division or tissue culture. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Tissue culture is best done in a laboratory setting.

Where to Find Specklinia brighamella

Specklinia brighamella can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Specklinia brighamella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia brighamella?

Specklinia brighamella

What is the common name of Specklinia brighamella?

Brigham's Specklinia

What is the habitat of Specklinia brighamella?

Tropical 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266252: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.