Puya alata
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Bromeliaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Puya alata is a bromeliad belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. Naturally occurring in South America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. It is part of the broad Puya genus, encompassing over 200 species globally.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia