Bromelia serra
Bromelia serra Griseb.
Bromelia serra is a flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family, native to South America. It is used by the Wichí people as a fiber for weaving, known as chaguar.
Description
Bromelia serra, described in 1879 by Griseb., is a member of the Bromeliaceae family and is found in regions including Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, French Guiana, and Paraguay. This species is utilized by the Wichí people as a source of fiber for weaving purposes, specifically for making a material called chaguar.
Distribution
Global · Argentina Northeast · Argentina Northwest · Bolivia · Brazil Southeast · Brazil West-Central · French Guiana · Paraguay
Synonyms
Bromelia lindmaniiBromelia serra var. variegataBromelia serra f. variegataKaratas laciniosaKaratas serraRhodostachys argentinaBromelia serra f. serra