| Helicodea | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| (unranked): | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Bromeliaceae |
| Subfamily: | Bromelioideae |
| Genus: |
Billbergia Thunb. |
| Subgenus: |
Helicodea (Lemaire) Baker |
| Species | |
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See text.
Helicodea is a subgenus of the genus Billbergia. They are distinguishable by the tightly recurved 'Clock spring' flower petals, unlike other Billbergias where the petals are flared.