Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
limae
ID:
273612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Porto & Brade

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 3(2): 137. 1937 [Aug 1937]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272944



Common Names

  • Lima Phymatadium
  • Lima Water-Lily
  • Lima Water-Shield


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Description

Phymatidium limae (also called Lima Phymatidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Phymatidium limae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phymatidium limae is a white or pinkish-white color and is tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phymatidium limae is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections and replanted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a shady location until established.

Where to Find Phymatidium limae

Phymatidium limae is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Phymatidium limae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phymatidium limae?

Phymatidium limae

What is the common name of Phymatidium limae?

Limae Phymatidium

What is the family of Phymatidium limae?

Acanthaceae

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155697: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Curt Brade (1881-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brade' in the authors string.
Paulo de Campos Porto (1889-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porto' in the authors string.