Orthophytum Bromeliad

Orthophytumglabrum

Family
Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Orthophytum (orth-oh-FY-tum)
Species
glabrum (GLAY-brum)
Synonym
Prantleia glabra
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Textured
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Chartreuse (yellow-green)
White/Near White
Bloom Time
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
Burgundy/Maroon
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

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| April 2006 | positive

I've seen this gorgeous Orthophytum on other sites where the plant look really glossy dark colored. But my plant is different in shiny-re...Read More

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