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Brocchinia reducta
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Bromeliads & pineapple

Brocchinia reducta

Names

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Chinese食蚁凤梨
Scientific nameBrocchinia reducta Baker

About this species

Brocchinia reducta is a carnivorous plant in the bromeliad family. It is native to southern Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia, and Guyana, and is found in areas with nutrient-poor, high moisture soil. B. reducta is able to grow in sparse conditions, which is evident when it uses its roots as anchors over rocks. Its funnel-like structure and waxy coating, among other characteristics, suggest that this plant is carnivorous.

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Classification

KingdomPlantae
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassLiliopsida
OrderPoales
FamilyBromeliaceae
GenusBrocchinia

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