Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hymenantha
ID:
917066

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) F.Barros & V.T.Rodrigues

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Bradea 14: 24 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916401



Common Names

  • Specklinia hymenantha
  • Hymenantha Specklinia
  • Hymenantha Orchid


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Description

Specklinia hymenantha (also called Speckled Lip-fern, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic fern found in tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome with small, ovate-lanceolate fronds. It grows in humid forests, often on tree trunks or branches.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia hymenantha is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia hymenantha has small, white flowers with yellow anthers that are held in a small, upright inflorescence. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia hymenantha is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, well-lit area.

Where to Find Specklinia hymenantha

Specklinia hymenantha can be found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Specklinia hymenantha FAQ

What is the common name of Specklinia hymenantha?

Hymenantha Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia hymenantha?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the average height of Specklinia hymenantha?

10-15 cm

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-461464: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.
Vinícius Trettel Rodrigues: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.T.Rodrigues' in the authors string.