Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 417 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462047
Common Names
- Subsimplex Lindmania
- Subsimplex Lindman's Bromeliad
- Subsimplex Bromeliad
Description
Lindmania subsimplex (also called 'Subsimple 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 subsimplex 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 subsimplex is 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Lindmania subsimplex: This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or from seed.
Where to Find Lindmania subsimplex
Lindmania subsimplex is found in South America.
Lindmania subsimplex FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindmania subsimplex?
Lindmania subsimplex
What type of plant is Lindmania subsimplex?
Epiphytic orchid
Where is Lindmania subsimplex 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:140569-2: 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].