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Billbergia horrida

Billbergia horrida Regel
Billbergia horrida
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Billbergia horrida is a species in the Bromeliaceae family, native to Brazil. It is found in the Northeast and Southeast regions of the country. The species was first described by Regel in 1856.

Description

Billbergia horrida belongs to the genus Billbergia within the Bromeliaceae family, commonly known as the bromeliad family. This species is indigenous to Brazil, where it occurs in the Northeast and Southeast regions. It was formally published by Regel in 1856. As a member of the Bromeliaceae, it shares characteristics typical of the family, including rosette-forming leaves and often showy inflorescences.

Distribution

BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast

Synonyms

Billbergia horrida var. tigrinaBillbergia horrida var. horrida

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