Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
succulenta
ID:
1325773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bellone & Archila

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 14: 86 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338227



Common Names

  • Specklinia succulenta
  • Succulenta Specklinia
  • Succulenta Lipstick Plant


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Description

Specklinia succulenta (also called Succulent Specklinia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in humid, subtropical forests and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Specklinia succulenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia succulenta has white flowers, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia succulenta is a tropical orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done during repotting and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Specklinia succulenta

Specklinia succulenta is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Specklinia succulenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia succulenta?

Specklinia succulenta

What is the common name of Specklinia succulenta?

Succulent Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia succulenta?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Roger Bellone: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bellone' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.