Orthophytum Bromeliad Species

Orthophytumsaxicola

Family
Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Orthophytum (orth-oh-FY-tum)
Species
saxicola (saks-ee-KOH-luh)
Synonym
Cryptanthopsis saxicola
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Succulent
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
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
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
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Carlsbad, California

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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Carlsbad, CA (Zone 10a) | October 2012 | positive

Growing as a potted plant outdoors in Carlsbad, CA and it weathered its first winter fine. Color began to shift to a greener color in th...Read More

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| April 2006 | positive

These cute bromeliads are easy to grow and their soft spiny leaves are no harm. There are a number of varieties such as var. saxicola wit...Read More

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