Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
grisebachiana
ID:
555396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554728



Common Names

  • Specklinia Grisebachiana
  • Grisebach's Specklinia
  • Gray-Backed Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis blepharoglossa Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis grisebachiana Cogn. [unknown]
  • Specklinia blepharoglossa (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia grisebachiana (also called 'Grisebach's 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 grisebachiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green keel. Seed: small, brown, and round. Seedlings: small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia grisebachiana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a shady location and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Specklinia grisebachiana

Specklinia grisebachiana is native to the Caribbean and can be found in moist, shady areas in tropical rainforests.

Specklinia grisebachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia grisebachiana?

Specklinia grisebachiana

What is the family of Specklinia grisebachiana?

Lecanoraceae

What is the common name of Specklinia grisebachiana?

Grisebachiana Specklinia

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-266371: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.