Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mitchelii
ID:
556086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dod) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555418



Common Names

  • Specklinia mitchelii
  • Mitchelii Specklinia
  • Mitchelii's Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis mitchellii Dod [unknown]
  • Anathallis mitchellii (Dod) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Specklinia mitchelii (also called Mitchel's Specklinia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia mitchelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia mitchelii is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia mitchelii is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It prefers a sheltered, sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagate from seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Specklinia mitchelii

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

Specklinia mitchelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia mitchelii?

Specklinia mitchelii

What is the family of Specklinia mitchelii?

Lamiaceae

Where is Specklinia mitchelii found?

Central 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-266463: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.