Canistropsis elata

Canistropsis elata is a species in the genus Canistropsis.

Canistropsis elata
Scientific classification
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C. elata
Binomial name
Canistropsis elata
(E. Pereira & Leme) Leme

Description

The bromeliad is endemic to the Atlantic Forest biome (Mata Atlantica Brasileira) within Rio de Janeiro (state), located in southeastern Brazil.

It is a Critically endangered species.

See also

  • Flora of Atlantic Forest (biome)
  • Endemic flora of Brazil

References


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