Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
striata
ID:
557316

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Focke) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 264 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556648



Common Names

  • Striate Specklinia
  • Striata
  • Specklinia


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia striata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis striata H.Focke [unknown]
  • Sarcinula striata (H.Focke) Luer [unknown]

Description

Specklinia striata (also called Striped Specklinia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has an upright, spreading crown. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have a glossy green color. It is found in tropical rainforests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia striata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia striata has small, red flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia striata can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late summer. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they are large enough to handle. Specklinia striata can also be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.

Where to Find Specklinia striata

Specklinia striata can be found in Mexico.

Specklinia striata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia striata?

Specklinia striata

What is the common name of Specklinia striata?

Striate Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia striata?

Specklinia striata is found in moist, shady areas and is native to the Caribbean.

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-266584: Based on the initial data import
Hendrik Charles Focke (1802-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Focke' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.