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Image of Puya berteroniana VII Region, Reserva Nacional Radal Siete Tazas; Altitude: 1200-2300 m. December 25, 2005
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| Latin Name: | Puya berteroniana Mez. | |
| Family: | Bromeliaceae |  |
| Order: | Bromeliales | |
| Chilean Name: | Puya, Chagual, Cardon, Magüey | |
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| Record: | 0017 |
| About 10 Puya in Chile and 5 in our data base. | |
| About 30 Bromeliaceae in Chile and 11 in our data base. |
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Endemic
Frequent
Height: 3 m. Excellent ornamental value (A +) |
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INTRODUCTION This plant is an excellent option for outdoor growing in colder climates (-5º C), one of few bromeliaceae that can withstand freezing temperatures. Combine that with a very strange appearance, big green flowers and you get a first-class ornamental!
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Image of Puya berteroniana V Region, Parque Nacional La Campana, Camino a Mina; Altitude: 700-1100 m. October 08, 2006
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More species from the same Bromeliaceae family in our data base:
Fascicularia bicolor (Puñeñe/Chupón/Chupalla) Fascicularia litoralis (Puñeñe/Chupón/Chupalla) Ochagavia carnea (Cardoncillo) Puya berteroniana (Puya/Chagual/Cardon/Magüey)
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