Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
psichion
ID:
556605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 263 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555937



Common Names

  • Psichion Specklinia
  • Specklinia psichion
  • Psichion


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis psichion Luer [unknown]
  • Sarcinula psichion (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia psichion (also called Psichion Specklinia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central America and is typically found in moist, shady habitats. It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial herb with small, green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia psichion is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia psichion has small, white, bell-shaped flowers, which are followed by small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia psichion can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the seeds should germinate in 1-2 weeks.

Where to Find Specklinia psichion

Specklinia psichion can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Specklinia psichion FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia psichion?

Specklinia psichion

What are the common names of Specklinia psichion?

Fairy Fan, Psichion

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia psichion?

Specklinia psichion is found in humid tropical forests of Central and South 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,

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