Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fulgens
ID:
555347

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554679



Common Names

  • Fulgens Specklinia
  • Fulgens Orchid
  • Fulgens Lipstick Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia fulgens (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis brenesii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis fulgens Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Sarcinula fulgens (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia fulgens (also called 'Fulgent Specklinia', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, erect stems and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and can be found in cloud forests and humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia fulgens is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia fulgens is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia fulgens 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 fulgens

Specklinia fulgens can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Specklinia fulgens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia fulgens?

Specklinia fulgens

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia fulgens?

Specklinia fulgens is native to Central and South America.

What are the characteristics of Specklinia fulgens?

Specklinia fulgens 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-266351: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' 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.