Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
montezumae
ID:
556127

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555459



Common Names

  • Specklinia montezumae
  • Montezumae Specklinia
  • Montezumae's Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis montezumae Luer [unknown]
  • Gerardoa montezumae (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Kraenzlinella rinkei Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia montezumae (also called Montezuma'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 montezumae 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

Specklinia montezumae has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia montezumae 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 montezumae

Specklinia montezumae can be found in Colombia.

Specklinia montezumae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia montezumae?

Specklinia montezumae

What is the family of Specklinia montezumae?

Lamiaceae

Where is Specklinia montezumae 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,