Specklinia clavigera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clavigera
ID:
555172
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 257 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554504
Common Names
- Clavigera Orchid
- Claviger Orchid
- Claviger's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Specklinia clavigera (also called Clavigera Specklinia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that is native to Colombia. It typically grows in wet montane forests, cloud forests, and tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Specklinia clavigera is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, insomnia, and digestive issues. It is also used as an herbal remedy to boost the immune system and to treat respiratory infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Specklinia clavigera has small, white flowers with a faint scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Specklinia clavigera is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist.
Where to Find Specklinia clavigera
Specklinia clavigera can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Specklinia clavigera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Specklinia clavigera?
Specklinia clavigera
What is the common name of Specklinia clavigera?
Clavigera Specklinia
Where is Specklinia clavigera found?
It is found in Colombia and Venezuela
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-266284: 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.