Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
compactum
ID:
482763

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 13: 462 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482095

Common Names

  • Orthophytum compactum
  • Compactum Orthophytum
  • Compact Orthophytum

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Description

Orthophytum compactum (also called Compact Orthophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is a small shrub, typically reaching heights of 0.5–1 m tall. It grows in tropical climates in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It is found in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Orthophytum compactum is used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal and food purposes. It is also used to make paper, furniture, and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthophytum compactum is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum compactum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings, which should be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be placed in a moist potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Orthophytum compactum

Orthophytum compactum can be found in Brazil and Paraguay.

Orthophytum compactum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthophytum compactum?

Orthophytum compactum

What is the common name of Orthophytum compactum?

Compact Orthophytum

What is the natural habitat of Orthophytum compactum?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

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:176831-2: 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].