Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
307581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb. & Warsz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 2: 98 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306913



Common Names

  • Schlimia alpina
  • Alpina Schlimia
  • Alpina Palm


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Synonyms

  • Schlimia trifida Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Schlimia alpina (also called Alpine Schlimia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to tropical South America and is found in rainforests and other moist habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Schlimia alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schlimia alpina is a white to yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with a short tube and five spreading lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlimia alpina is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Schlimia alpina

Schlimia alpina can be found in tropical Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Schlimia alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlimia alpina?

Schlimia alpina

What is the common name of Schlimia alpina?

Alpine Schlimia

What is the natural habitat of Schlimia alpina?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Schlimia genus

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-188203: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Reichenbach (1793-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.' in the authors string.
Józef Warszewicz (1812-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warsz.' in the authors string.