Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pertenuis
ID:
1330511

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Karremans & Gravend.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 218: 116 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342965



Common Names

  • Pertenuis Specklinia
  • Specklinia pertenuis
  • Specklinia pertenuis


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Description

Specklinia pertenuis (also called Specklinia pertenuis var. pertenuis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Specklinia. It is found in Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia pertenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Specklinia pertenuis is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are dark green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia pertenuis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Specklinia pertenuis

Specklinia pertenuis is native to Costa Rica and can be found in moist forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters.

Specklinia pertenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia pertenuis?

Specklinia pertenuis

What is the family of Specklinia pertenuis?

Lamiceae

What is the common name of Specklinia pertenuis?

Pertenuis Specklinia

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

Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Barbara Gravendeel (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gravend.' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.