Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lentiginosa
ID:
555692

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 258 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555024



Common Names

  • Specklinia lentiginosa
  • Lentiginosa Specklinia
  • Lentiginosa's Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis lentiginosa F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Pseudoctomeria lentiginosa (F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.) Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Physosiphon lentiginosa (Kraenzl.) Brieger [unknown]

Description

Specklinia lentiginosa (also called Lentiginous specklinia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia lentiginosa is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia lentiginosa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia lentiginosa 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 lentiginosa should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Specklinia lentiginosa

Specklinia lentiginosa is native to the tropical forests of Central America and South America.

Specklinia lentiginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia lentiginosa?

Specklinia lentiginosa

What is the common name of Specklinia lentiginosa?

Freckled Specklinia

Where is Specklinia lentiginosa found?

Specklinia lentiginosa is found in Central and South America

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-266416: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Friedrich Carl Lehmann (1850-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Lehm.' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.