Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
formondii
ID:
555336

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 257 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554668



Common Names

  • Formondii Specklinia
  • Formondii Specklinia
  • Formondii Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis formondii Dod [unknown]

Description

Specklinia formondii (also called Formond's specklinia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia formondii 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 formondii 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 formondii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 18 inches apart.

Where to Find Specklinia formondii

Specklinia formondii can be found in the Caribbean, primarily in Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Specklinia formondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia formondii?

Specklinia formondii

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia formondii?

Specklinia formondii is native to Central and South America.

What are the characteristics of Specklinia formondii?

Specklinia formondii is a small epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers and long, thin leaves.

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-266346: Based on the initial data import
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.