Aechmea magdalenae (André) André ex Baker
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Authority
Smith, Lyman B. 1967. Bromeliaceae of the Guayana Highland. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 14: 15-68.
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Family
Bromeliaceae
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Scientific Name
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Description
Distribution and Ecology - Distribution. Venezuela: Rio Icabaru to upper Rio Hacha, at 450-850 m elevation. Also Mexico to Ecuador. The fiber is used by Indians for cordage. Habitat: Rainforest. Natural savanna.
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Discussion
Chevalliera magdalenae Andr^ finum. Bromel. 3. Dec. 13, 1888; Rev. Hortic. 60: 563. Dec. 16, 1888.
Bromelia magdalenae C. H. Wright, Kew Bull. 1923: 267. 1923.
Ananas magdalenae Standley ex Standley & Calderon, Lista Prelim. PI. S. Salvador 45. 1925.
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Distribution
Distribution. Venezuela: Rio Icabaru to upper Rio Hacha, at 450-850 m elevation. Also Mexico to Ecuador. The fiber is used by Indians for cordage. Habitat: Rainforest. Natural savanna.
Venezuela South America| Mexico North America| Ecuador South America|