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Vriesea badinii Guarçoni, A.F. Costa & Kessous

Publ: Phytotaxa 691(1): 104-109 figs. 1, 2 (2025/03/03)

Type: BRAZIL. Minas Gerais, Ouro Preto, Serra de Ouro Preto, Serra do Chafariz, Caminho Velho da Estrada Real, Campo Rupestre Quartizítico, 1530 m, 20º21’44”S, 43º34’06”W, fl., 4 February 2011, E. Guarçoni 1512 & C.C. Paula (holotype R).

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Distribution: Saxicoous on rocky outcrops of quartzitic campo rupestre, where fog formation is frequent

Habitat: 1510-1560 m. Elev.

Etymology: The specific epithet is in honor of Professor José Badini, for his importance and dedication to botanical knowledge, particularly in Ouro Preto and the surrounding region (Minas Gerais).

Vriesea badinii