Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
daviesii
ID:
1331199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila, Jiménez Rodr. & Véliz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Moscosoa 19: 18 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343653



Common Names

  • Specklinia daviesii
  • Davies' Specklinia
  • Davies' Specklinia


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Description

Specklinia daviesii (also called Davies' Specklinia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia daviesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia daviesii is white, with a yellow centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia daviesii is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Specklinia daviesii

Specklinia daviesii can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Specklinia daviesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia daviesii?

Specklinia daviesii

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia daviesii?

Specklinia daviesii is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the flower color of Specklinia daviesii?

The flowers of Specklinia daviesii are white or yellowish.

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

Francisco Jiménez Rodríguez (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jiménez Rodr.' in the authors string.
Mario Esteban Véliz Pérez (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Véliz' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.