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Orthophytum maracasense

Orthophytum maracasense L.B.Sm.
Orthophytum maracasense
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Orthophytum maracasense is a plant species in the Bromeliaceae family, native to Brazil. It is found in the Northeast and Southeast regions of the country.

Description

Orthophytum maracasense, described by L.B. Sm. in 1955, is a member of the genus Orthophytum within the Bromeliaceae family. This species is endemic to Brazil, where it is distributed in the Northeast and Southeast regions. It is part of a diverse group of bromeliads that are often adapted to specific ecological niches within their native habitats.

Distribution

BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast

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