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Orthophytum Bromeliad

Orthophytumlemei

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Orthophytum lemei by chanin

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Family

Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee)

Info

Genus

Orthophytum (orth-oh-FY-tum)

Info

Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Height

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing

15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Unknown - Tell us

Other Details

Category

Alpines and Rock Gardens

Perennials

Cactus and Succulents

Water Requirements

Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Foliage Color

Bronze

Where to Grow

Can be grown as an annual

Suitable for growing in containers

Bloom Characteristics

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)

6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods

By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

From seed; stratify if sowing indoors

Seed Collecting

Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Regional

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| April 2006 | positive

This silvery succulent bromeliad is a pretty species. It can grow to 30 cm forming clusters with its pups from long rhizome which ready t...Read More

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