Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
vagans
ID:
482981

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.B.Foster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bromeliad Soc. 10: 60 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482313



Common Names

  • Vagans Orthophytum
  • Vagans Rock-jasmine
  • Vagans Orthophytum


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Description

Orthophytum vagans (also called Wandering Orthophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and grows in tropical climates. It is typically found in rainforests, and can grow up to 30 centimeters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Orthophytum vagans is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthophytum vagans has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a bulbous base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum vagans is a species of bromeliad native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and potted in a well-draining soil mixture. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Orthophytum vagans

Orthophytum vagans is native to Brazil. It is found in wet, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Orthophytum vagans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthophytum vagans?

Orthophytum vagans

What is the common name of Orthophytum vagans?

Vagans Orthophytum

What is the natural habitat of Orthophytum vagans?

Brazilian Atlantic Forest

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

Mulford B. Foster (1888-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Foster' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:176850-2: 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].