Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
462248

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

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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.

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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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
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].