Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
mello-barretoi
ID:
482894

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Nac. Rio de Janeiro, Bot. , n.s., 15: 2 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482226

Common Names

  • Orthophytum mello-barretoi
  • Mello-Barreto's Orthophytum
  • Velvet Plant

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Description

Orthophytum mello-barretoi (also called 'Mello-barreto's Orthophytum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has small, glossy green leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is often found in coastal areas and in the understory of woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Orthophytum mello-barretoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural fence. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthophytum mello-barretoi has white flowers and produces small, winged seeds. Its seedlings have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum mello-barretoi is a species of bromeliad native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, and requires regular watering and fertilizing. It is a hardy species and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Orthophytum mello-barretoi

Orthophytum mello-barretoi can be found in the tropical regions of Brazil.

Orthophytum mello-barretoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthophytum mello-barretoi?

Orthophytum mello-barretoi

What is the common name of Orthophytum mello-barretoi?

Mello-Barreto's Orthophytum

What is the natural habitat of Orthophytum mello-barretoi?

Tropical rainforests of 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:176844-2: 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].