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Photo used with permission,
Christine Ashe
Portea
Portea petropolitana
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POUR-tee-ah
pet-rah-pohl-ah-TAY-nah
Bromeliaceae
Explanation of name:
Generic name for French naturalist Marius Porte
http://bsi.org/brom_info/genera.html
Recognition:
Large terrestrial bromeliads with strap-shaped serrate leaves having purple
spines and minimal tank formation; the paniculate inflorescence showy with red
and purple coloration, followed by colorful purplish berries.
Landscape uses:
Large selections grown
on the ground as outdoor landscaping plants.
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