Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
braunii
ID:
482744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Pabstia 5: 14 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482076

Common Names

  • Orthophytum braunii
  • Braunii Orthophytum
  • Braun's Orthophytum

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Description

Orthophytum braunii (also called Braun's 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 braunii 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

Orthophytum braunii has small, white flowers that are produced in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and egg-shaped, and the seedlings are dark green with a white line along the center of the leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum braunii is a small, evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 10-15 cm (4-6 in). It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Orthophytum braunii

Orthophytum braunii can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.

Orthophytum braunii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthophytum braunii?

Orthophytum braunii

What is the common name of Orthophytum braunii?

Braun's Orthophytum

What is the natural habitat of Orthophytum braunii?

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

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:976965-1: 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].