Aechmea retusa
Also known as: Platyaechmea retusa (L.B.Sm.) L.B.Sm. & W.J.Kress
- Platyaechmea retusa (L.B.Sm.) L.B.Sm. & W.J.Kress
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Bromeliaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Aechmea retusa is an epiphytic bromeliad belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. Indigenous to South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. The genus Aechmea is notably large, comprising more than 250 species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Ecuador, Peru