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Issue: Vol. 720 No. 2: 30 Sept. 2025
Type: Article
Published: 2025-09-30
DOI: 10.11646/phytotaxa.720.2.9
Page range: 179-183
Abstract views: 608
PDF downloaded: 14

Guzmania sanluisensis (Bromeliaceae; Tillandsioideae), a new species from the fragmented montane cloud forests of northern Peru

National University of Jaén, ISV Herbarium, Postal Code 06800, Cajamarca, Peru
Botanic Garden, University of Utrecht (U), Utrecht, Netherlands
National University of Jaén, ISV Herbarium, Postal Code 06800, Cajamarca, Peru
Taxonomy Poales conservation endemism northern Peru Monocots

Abstract

Guzmania sanluisensis (Bromeliaceae) is described and illustrated, a new species from the severely fragmented cloud forests of the Jaén area, northern Peru. This species is recognized by its reddish to bright brown bracts and revolute white petals with purple spots at the apex. Its morphology is contrasted with related species. Additionally, information on ecological aspects, distribution, and conservation status is included.

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How to Cite

Rojas-Fernandez, M.A., Gouda, E.J. & Marcelo-Peña, J.L. (2025) Guzmania sanluisensis (Bromeliaceae; Tillandsioideae), a new species from the fragmented montane cloud forests of northern Peru. Phytotaxa 720 (2): 179–183. https://doi.org/10.11646/phytotaxa.720.2.9