Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
argenteum
ID:
922833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Louzada & Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 28: 27 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922168



Common Names

  • Orthophytum Argenteum
  • Argenteum Orthophytum
  • Argenteum Bromeliad


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Description

Orthophytum argenteum (also called Silver Orthophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is an evergreen perennial with ovate, green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Orthophytum argenteum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin problems and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Orthophytum argenteum are small and white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum argenteum is a succulent native to Brazil. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant prefers a sunny location and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season. It should be protected from strong winds and kept in temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Where to Find Orthophytum argenteum

Orthophytum argenteum is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Species in the Orthophytum genus

Orthophytum alvimii, Orthophytum benzingii, Orthophytum braunii, Orthophytum compactum, Orthophytum disjunctum, Orthophytum duartei, Orthophytum eddie-estevesii, Orthophytum estevesii, Orthophytum falconii, Orthophytum foliosum, Orthophytum fosterianum, Orthophytum glabrum, Orthophytum gurkenii, Orthophytum horridum, Orthophytum lemei, Orthophytum leprosum, Orthophytum lucidum, Orthophytum lymanianum, Orthophytum magalhaesii, Orthophytum maracasense, Orthophytum mello-barretoi, Orthophytum rubrum, Orthophytum sanctum, Orthophytum saxicola, Orthophytum sucrei, Orthophytum toscanoi, Orthophytum vagans, Orthophytum zanonii, Orthophytum grossiorum, Orthophytum jabrense, Orthophytum conquistense, Orthophytum harleyi, Orthophytum macroflorum, Orthophytum schulzianum, Orthophytum boudetianum, Orthophytum pseudovagans, Orthophytum riocontense, Orthophytum rubiginosum, Orthophytum striatifolium, Orthophytum atalaiense, Orthophytum triunfense, Orthophytum piranianum, Orthophytum catingae, Orthophytum graomogolense, Orthophytum diamantinense, Orthophytum buranhense, Orthophytum erigens, Orthophytum pseudostoloniferum, Orthophytum guaratingense, Orthophytum elegans,

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
Rafael Batista Louzada: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Louzada' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77114939-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].