Billbergia distachia
Billbergia distachia (Vell.) Mez
Billbergia distachia is a species in the Bromeliaceae family, native to Brazil, specifically the Southeast and South regions. It was first described in 1892 by Mez, based on the original work of Vell.
Description
Billbergia distachia belongs to the genus Billbergia within the Bromeliaceae family, a group of plants commonly known as bromeliads. This species is indigenous to the Southeast and South regions of Brazil. The scientific name was established in 1892 by Mez, who cited the earlier work of Vell. As a member of the Bromeliaceae, it shares characteristics typical of the family, such as rosette-forming leaves and often vibrant inflorescences.
Distribution
BR · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South
Synonyms
Billbergia bakeriBillbergia bakeri var. straussianaBillbergia burchelliiBillbergia caespitosaBillbergia distachya var. straussianaBillbergia ensifoliaBillbergia pallescensBillbergia regelianaPitcairnia distachyaBillbergia amoena var. cernuaTillandsia distachiaBillbergia distachya var. concolorBillbergia distachya var. maculataPitcairnia distachia