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    Orthophytum sp.

    Also Known As

    • Cryptanthus cavaulis
    • Fuzzy Earth Star

    Plant type

    perennial, bromeliad

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 8"-12"

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

    Orthophytum sp. plant details

    Orthophytum sp. is an evergreen perennial bromeliad with bronze and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Orthophytum sp.

    Plant type: perennial bromeliad
    Plant family: bromeliaceae
    Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
    Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Orthophytum sp.

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This unusual, large cryptanthus has large, 10" by 1-1/2", bronzy-green leaves which appear to be fuzzy from white leaf-scales that grow on top of the leaves. It forms a loose rosette and produces small white blooms on a tall, 18-24" stalk, which are followed by small plantlets, giving a rather unique effect. It is very easy to grow. Cryptanthus are one of the easiest terrestrial bromeliads to grow. Provide with a well-drained soil, average moisture, and high humidity. High light levels ,but not direct sun, will produce the most intense foliage colors, colored forms may pale or even turn green under low light levels.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Orthophytum sp. plant

    How to Grow Orthophytum sp.

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • bronze
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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