Pitcairnia heterophylla (Lindl.) Beer

  • Authority

    Smith, Lyman B. 1967. Bromeliaceae of the Guayana Highland. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 14: 15-68.

  • Family

    Bromeliaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Pitcairnia heterophylla (Lindl.) Beer

  • Description

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    Distribution and Ecology - Distribution. Venezuela: Auyantepui. Cerro de la Neblina. At 1700-1850 m elevation. Also southern Mexico to Peru and northern Venezuela. Habitat: Exposed ledges.

  • Discussion

    Puya heterophylla Lindl. Bot. Reg. 26: pl. 71. 1840.

  • Distribution

    Distribution. Venezuela: Auyantepui. Cerro de la Neblina. At 1700-1850 m elevation. Also southern Mexico to Peru and northern Venezuela. Habitat: Exposed ledges.

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