Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vittariifolia
ID:
557638

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556970



Common Names

  • Specklinia vittariifolia
  • Vittariifolia Specklinia
  • Vittariifolia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis vittariifolia Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Specklinia vittariifolia (also called Vittaria-leaf Specklinia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a creeping rhizome and short stems. It is native to tropical America, from Mexico to Brazil, and grows in moist, shady forests. It has thin, linear leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Specklinia vittariifolia has yellow flowers with white petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Specklinia vittariifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Specklinia vittariifolia

Specklinia vittariifolia is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Specklinia vittariifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Specklinia vittariifolia?

Specklinia vittariifolia

What is the common name of Specklinia vittariifolia?

Vittariifolia Specklinia

What is the natural habitat of Specklinia vittariifolia?

Tropical rainforests 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-266628: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' 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.