Wittmackia polycephala
Also known as: Aechmea polycephala Baker +5 more
- Aechmea polycephala Baker
- Aechmea pycnantha Baker
- Hohenbergia gnetacea Mez
- Hohenbergia polycephala (Baker) Mez
- Hohenbergia pycnantha (Baker) Mez
- Pothuava pycnantha Baker
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Bromeliaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte or lithophyte.
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Originating in South America, Wittmackia polycephala is an epiphytic or lithophytic bromeliad belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Jamaica