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Pitcairnia amboroensis Ibisch, R.V squez, E.Gross & Kessler |
(subgen. Pitcairnia)Publ: J. Bromeliad Soc. 49(3): 126,.129-132. (1999)
Distribution: BOLIVIA; Santa Cruz,
Habitat: about 600 m. Elev.
Etymology: This extremely beautiful species with ornamental potential is named after Amboro National Park
Phenology: In cultivation in Santa Cruz (where the climate is comparable to the Surutu site), flowering has been observed from January to June. The inflorescence needs about one month for development.