Kingdom Plantae Subfamily Bromelioideae Higher classification Bromeliads Order Poales | Family Bromeliaceae Scientific name Cryptanthus Rank Genus | |
Similar Bromeliads, Neoregelia, Billbergia, Cryptanthus bivittatus, Vriesea |
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Cryptanthus is a genus in the botanical family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae. The genus name is from the Greek “cryptos” (hidden) and “anthos” (flower). This genus has two recognized subgenera: the type subgenus and Hoplocryptanthus . All species of this genus are endemic to Brazil. The common name for any Cryptanthus is "Earth Star".
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