Specklinia latilabris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latilabris
ID:
555665
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Foldats) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 258 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554997
Common Names
- Specklinia latilabris
- Latilabris Specklinia
- Latilabris's Specklinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Specklinia latilabris (also called wide-lipped specklinia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforests to cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Specklinia latilabris is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Specklinia latilabris has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Specklinia latilabris is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Specklinia latilabris should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Specklinia latilabris
Specklinia latilabris is native to the Caribbean and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Specklinia latilabris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Specklinia latilabris?
Specklinia latilabris
What is the common name of Specklinia latilabris?
Broad-lipped Specklinia
What is the natural habitat of Specklinia latilabris?
It is found in moist, shady areas in the Caribbean
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-266413: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' 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.