Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpurella
ID:
556646

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 259 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555978



Common Names

  • Specklinia purpurella
  • Purple Specklinia
  • Purpurella Specklinia


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Synonyms

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

Description

Specklinia purpurella (also called Purple Specklinia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid, typically reaching up to 15 cm in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in humid, shady forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia purpurella 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 purpurella has small, tubular flowers that are purple in color. The flowers are borne on short stalks and have a yellowish-green calyx. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia purpurella is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Specklinia purpurella

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

Specklinia purpurella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia purpurella?

Specklinia purpurella

What are the common names of Specklinia purpurella?

Purple Fan, Purpurella

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia purpurella?

Specklinia purpurella 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266522: 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.