| Encholirium | |
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| Encholirium horridum | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| (unranked): | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Bromeliaceae |
| Subfamily: | Pitcairnioideae |
| Genus: | Encholirium Schult.f. |
| Species | |
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Encholirium is a genus of the botanical family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Pitcairnioideae. The genus name is from the Greek “enchos” (spear) and “leiron” (lily)[1].
This genus is native to Brazil where many occur exclusively in arid, rocky conditions. Some species of Encholirium are limited in number and have been the focus of conservation efforts[2]. These plants, which have been observed being pollinated by bats[3], are commonly confused with Dyckia.