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Tillandsia lithophila L.Hrom.

(subgen. Viridantha)

Publ: Bromelie 2005(s5): 48 (2005)

Type: Peru, La Libertad: tributary of Rio Maranon, on steep rocks, 2200 m, 08.03.1997, H & L. Hromadnik HR 23115 (holo USM, iso WU).

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Distribution: PERU; La Libertad,

Habitat: saxicolous on steep rocks, 2200 m. Elev.

Etymology: The name T. lithophila was chosen because this species only grows on rocks.

Tillandsia lithophila