Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
saxicola
ID:
482933

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ule) L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 126(1): 34 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482265



Common Names

  • Saxicola Orthophytum
  • Saxicola Orthophytum Plant
  • Saxicola Orthophytum Flower


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Description

Orthophytum saxicola (also called Rock-loving Orthophytum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Brazil. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is found growing on rocks and trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orthophytum saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthophytum saxicola has small, pinkish-white flowers that are pollinated by bees. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single, short, stout taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum saxicola is an epiphytic bromeliad that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F). It should not be pruned.

Where to Find Orthophytum saxicola

Orthophytum saxicola can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Orthophytum saxicola FAQ

What are the light requirements of Orthophytum saxicola?

Orthophytum saxicola prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal temperature for Orthophytum saxicola?

Orthophytum saxicola prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What type of soil should I use for Orthophytum saxicola?

Orthophytum saxicola prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

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

Ernst Heinrich Georg Ule (1854-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ule' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:176848-2: 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].