Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lichenicola
ID:
555775

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555107



Common Names

  • Specklinia lichenicola
  • Lichen-like Specklinia
  • Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis gemina H.Stenzel [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis lichenicola Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Specklinia lichenicola (also called Lichen Specklinia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, branching stems and small, ovate leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia lichenicola 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 lichenicola is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a humid environment and bright, indirect light. Water regularly, and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Specklinia lichenicola

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

Specklinia lichenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia lichenicola?

Specklinia lichenicola

What is the common name of Specklinia lichenicola?

Lichen-like Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia lichenicola?

Specklinia lichenicola is native to the Mexican states of Coahuila, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Tamaulipas.

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-266424: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' 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.