Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rinkei
ID:
1411641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1308): 77. 2014 [Dec publ. 29 Nov 2014] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424106



Common Names

  • Specklinia rinkei
  • Specklinia rinkei Orchid
  • Specklinia rinkei Vine Orchid


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Description

Specklinia rinkei (also called Rinke's Specklinia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has a slender stem and a dense, rounded canopy, with a height of up to 30 cm (12 in). It is found in the humid forests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia rinkei is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia rinkei has a small, white flower with yellow and purple markings. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia rinkei is a fast-growing epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, humid location. Divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Once established, Specklinia rinkei requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Specklinia rinkei

Specklinia rinkei can be found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Specklinia rinkei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia rinkei?

Specklinia rinkei

What is the common name of Specklinia rinkei?

Rinke's Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia rinkei?

Tropical rainforests

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.