Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lanceola
ID:
312852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 8 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312184



Common Names

  • Specklinia lanceola
  • Lanceola Specklinia
  • Lanceola Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia lanceola Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia lateritia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis lanceola (Sw.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis lateritia (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis sclarea Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Specklinia lateritia (Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]
  • Specklinia sclarea (Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]
  • Dendrobium lanceola Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum lanceola Sw. [unknown]
  • Cymbidium lanceolum (Sw.) Sw. [unknown]

Description

Specklinia lanceola (also called 'Lanceolate Specklinia', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It grows in wet forests at elevations of 500 to 1800 meters. It has a single, upright, unbranched stem, up to 1.5 meters tall, and bears up to 30 fragrant, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia lanceola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia lanceola is yellow with a long, slender spadix. The seed is small, round and black. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia lanceola can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer, with each division having at least two growth points. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Specklinia lanceola

Specklinia lanceola is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Specklinia lanceola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia lanceola?

Specklinia lanceola

How tall does Specklinia lanceola grow?

Up to 1 meter

What type of soil does Specklinia lanceola prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

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-193336: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.