Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
462705

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 11: 416 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462037

Common Names

  • Steyermarkii Lindmania
  • Steyermarkii Lindman's Bromeliad
  • Steyermarkii Bromeliad

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Description

Lindmania steyermarkii (also called 'Steyermark's Lindmania', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with white and yellow flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is usually found in humid forests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Lindmania steyermarkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat stomach ailments and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lindmania steyermarkii is a white or yellowish-white, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a long, thin stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindmania steyermarkii is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species and can take several years to reach maturity. It is best propagated through division of the rhizomes, which should be done in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lindmania steyermarkii

Lindmania steyermarkii is found in South America.

Lindmania steyermarkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindmania steyermarkii?

Lindmania steyermarkii

What type of plant is Lindmania steyermarkii?

Epiphytic orchid

Where is Lindmania steyermarkii native to?

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:140568-2: 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].