Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
megalops
ID:
556027

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555359



Common Names

  • Large-eyed Specklinia
  • Mountain Specklinia
  • Mysore Specklinia


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Description

Specklinia megalops (also called Speckled-lip, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family. It is a small herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in moist forests and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia megalops is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia megalops is white in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia megalops can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Specklinia megalops

Specklinia megalops can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Specklinia megalops FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia megalops?

Specklinia megalops

What is the common name of Specklinia megalops?

Giant Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia megalops?

Tropical forests

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-266449: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' 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.