Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 73: 695 (1986 publ. 1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461678
Common Names
- Dyckioides Lindmania
- Lindmania dyckioides
- Dyckioides Lindmania
Description
Lindmania dyckioides (also called Lindmania, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in humid forests and tropical woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lindmania dyckioides is a perennial plant that is used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It can also be used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lindmania dyckioides is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindmania dyckioides can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Lindmania dyckioides
Lindmania dyckioides is found in South America.
Lindmania dyckioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindmania dyckioides?
Lindmania dyckioides
What are the common names of Lindmania dyckioides?
Tree Cactus, Dyckia Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Lindmania dyckioides?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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:279684-2: 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].