Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
oliva-estevae
ID:
462556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm. & L.B.Sm. ex B.Holst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 46: 158 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461888

Common Names

  • Oliva-Estevae Lindmania
  • Lindmania oliva-estevae
  • Lindmania oliva-estevae var. oliva-estevae

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Description

Lindmania oliva-estevae (also called Oliva-Estevae 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 oliva-estevae has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries. It has been used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation. It has also been used as a diuretic and to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lindmania oliva-estevae is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindmania oliva-estevae is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru. It is usually found growing in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1000 meters. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers to be kept in a warm, humid environment. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Lindmania oliva-estevae

Lindmania oliva-estevae is native to South America, primarily in the Amazon rainforest.

Lindmania oliva-estevae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindmania oliva-estevae?

Lindmania oliva-estevae

What is the family of Lindmania oliva-estevae?

Bromeliaceae

Where is Lindmania oliva-estevae native to?

Venezuela

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

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Bruce K. Holst: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Holst' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300901-2: 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].