Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
marginalis
ID:
312857

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) F.Barros

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 10: 110 (1983 publ. 1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312189



Common Names

  • Specklinia marginalis
  • Marginalis Specklinia
  • Marginalis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia marginalis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis biglandulosa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis marginalis Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Specklinia marginalis (also called 'Marginal 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 marginalis 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 marginalis 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 marginalis 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 marginalis

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

Specklinia marginalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia marginalis?

Specklinia marginalis

How tall does Specklinia marginalis grow?

Up to 1 meter

What type of soil does Specklinia marginalis 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

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:914615-1: Based on the initial data import