Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 414 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461580
Common Names
- Argentea Lindmania
- Silver Lindmania
- Lindmania argentea
Description
Lindmania argentea (also called Silver Lindmania, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to South America, and can be found in humid forests and other tropical habitats. It has white flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lindmania argentea is a low-growing plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive white flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and borders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lindmania argentea is white with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindmania argentea is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring, and cuttings can be taken in the summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
Where to Find Lindmania argentea
Lindmania argentea can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Lindmania argentea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindmania argentea?
Lindmania argentea
What is the common name of Lindmania argentea?
Silver Lindmania
Where is Lindmania argentea native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Lindmania genus
Lindmania arachnoidea,
Lindmania argentea,
Lindmania atrorosea,
Lindmania aurea,
Lindmania brachyphylla,
Lindmania candelabriforma,
Lindmania cylindrostachya,
Lindmania dendritica,
Lindmania dyckioides,
Lindmania geniculata,
Lindmania gracillima,
Lindmania guianensis,
Lindmania holstii,
Lindmania huberi,
Lindmania imitans,
Lindmania lateralis,
Lindmania longipes,
Lindmania maguirei,
Lindmania marahuacae,
Lindmania minor,
Lindmania navioides,
Lindmania nubigena,
Lindmania oliva-estevae,
Lindmania phelpsiae,
Lindmania piresii,
Lindmania riparia,
Lindmania saxicola,
Lindmania serrulata,
Lindmania smithiana,
Lindmania stenophylla,
Lindmania steyermarkii,
Lindmania subsimplex,
Lindmania thyrsoidea,
Lindmania tillandsioides,
Lindmania wurdackii,
Lindmania vinotincta,
Lindmania capitata,
Lindmania candelabriformis,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:140543-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].