Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
viebrockiana
ID:
1335419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & L.Jost) Karremans & S.Vieira-Uribe

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 295(2): 125 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347873

Common Names

  • Andinia viebrockiana
  • Viebrockiana Andinia
  • Viebrock's Andinia

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Description

Andinia viebrockiana (also called Viebrock's Andinia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has a rounded shape, with small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in mountain forests and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Andinia viebrockiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andinia viebrockiana has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andinia viebrockiana is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of mature plants or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Andinia viebrockiana

Andinia viebrockiana is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, particularly in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Andinia viebrockiana FAQ

What are the common names of Andinia viebrockiana?

Andinia viebrockiana is commonly known as Andinia.

What is the natural habitat of Andinia viebrockiana?

Andinia viebrockiana is native to the Andes Mountains of South America.

What is the scientific classification of Andinia viebrockiana?

Andinia viebrockiana belongs to the family Bromeliaceae and the genus Andinia.

Species in the Andinia genus

Andinia dalstroemii, Andinia hystricosa, Andinia ibex, Andinia lappacea, Andinia panica, Andinia pentamytera, Andinia pogonion, Andinia schizopogon, Andinia trimytera, Andinia vestigipetala, Andinia hirtzii, Andinia dielsii, Andinia pensilis, Andinia sunchubambensis, Andinia wayqechensis, Andinia dactyla, Andinia lueri, Andinia nummularia, Andinia stalactites, Andinia ariasiana, Andinia auriculata, Andinia bifida, Andinia cardiocheila, Andinia catella, Andinia caveroi, Andinia chaoae, Andinia chelosepala, Andinia chilopsis, Andinia ciliaris, Andinia composita, Andinia cordilabia, Andinia dentata, Andinia destituta, Andinia erepsis, Andinia exigua, Andinia geminipetala, Andinia hippocrepica, Andinia irrasa, Andinia lunaris, Andinia lunatocheila, Andinia lupula, Andinia lynniana, Andinia macrotica, Andinia micropetala, Andinia mongei, Andinia monilia, Andinia montis-rotundi, Andinia octocornuta, Andinia ortiziana, Andinia pendens,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Lou Jost: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jost' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.
Sebastián Vieira Uribe (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Vieira-Uribe' in the authors string.