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Orthophytum harleyi Leme & M.Machado

Publ: J. Bromeliad Soc. 56(3): 108-110 (2006)

Type: Brazil. Bahia: Mun. Erico Cardoso, near the bridge over the river Paramirim, ca. 4km west of the town along the road to Mun. Paramirim, 17. Jan. 2004, leg. M. Machado 180, cult. E. Leme 6173 (holotype, HB; isotype: CEPEC).

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Distribution: BRAZIL;. Bahia,

Habitat: Grows in between shrubs or as rupicolous on granitic rock outcrops, 700 m. Elev.

Etymology: We dedicate this new species to Dr. Raymond M. Harley in recognition for his many outstanding contributions to our knowledge of the flora of Bahia.

Orthophytum harleyi