Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
exilis
ID:
555311

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 260 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554643



Common Names

  • Specklinia Exilis
  • Exilis Orchid
  • Exilis Leaf Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis exilis C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Sarcinula exilis (C.Schweinf.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia exilis (also called Exilis Specklinia, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to the Caribbean. It grows on trees and rocks in humid, tropical forests. It has thin, wiry stems with small, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white, with purple or pink stripes.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia exilis has been used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Specklinia exilis are small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia exilis is a small epiphytic orchid species that is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is typically found growing on trees in wet montane forests at elevations of 800-2000 meters. It can be cultivated in a humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome. The plant should be divided when it has become overcrowded or when new growth appears.

Where to Find Specklinia exilis

Specklinia exilis can be found in the mountains of western Colombia.

Specklinia exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia exilis?

Specklinia exilis

What is the common name of Specklinia exilis?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia exilis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266337: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.