Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
luis-diegoi
ID:
555914

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 262 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555246



Common Names

  • Luis-Diego's Specklinia
  • Mountain Specklinia
  • Mysore Specklinia


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Description

Specklinia luis-diegoi (also called Luis-Diego's Specklinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia. It has ovate leaves and white flowers with a yellow center. It is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia luis-diegoi is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Specklinia luis-diegoi are white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia luis-diegoi is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist.

Where to Find Specklinia luis-diegoi

Specklinia luis-diegoi is native to Colombia and can be found in moist grasslands and woodlands.

Specklinia luis-diegoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia luis-diegoi?

Specklinia luis-diegoi

What is the common name of Specklinia luis-diegoi?

Luis-Diego's Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia luis-diegoi?

Specklinia luis-diegoi 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,

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