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    Orthophytum sanctum

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent, bromeliad

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Orthophytum sanctum plant details

    Orthophytum sanctum is an evergreen bromeliad or cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Orthophytum sanctum

    Plant type: bromeliad or cactus / succulent
    Plant family: bromeliaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Orthophytum sanctum

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Brazilian species that gets around a foot in diameter and turns bright red when in sun or about to bloom. White flowers. Terrestrial bromeliad that looks best when watered regularly in hot summer.

    By: Paradise Found Nursery

    Gardening facts about Orthophytum sanctum plant

    How to Grow Orthophytum sanctum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Orthophytum lemei

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Bromeliad

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular
    Photo of Orthophytum lemei foliage by Paradise Found Nursery
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