Coelocarpum haggierensis
This species grows to the size of small trees, and this one is just a few meters from the highest point of Socotra – Skand (or Skand). Endemic
This species grows to the size of small trees, and this one is just a few meters from the highest point of Socotra – Skand (or Skand). Endemic
No surprise in color distribution in UV light compared to visible light for this species – brighter center compared to the darker outer. Endemic.
This species grows to the size of small trees, and this one is just a few meters from the highest point of Socotra – Skand (or Skand). Endemic.
This species is found in or alongside streams, and in some places form dense mats or even fields, completely dominating the floral expression. Here I only found a few scattered plants. Strangely these plants seem to be left alone by goats! I found a completely intact colony by the huge dunes in the north – […]
No surprises in UV light.
This species is found in or alongside streams, and in some places form dense mats or even fields, completely dominating the floral expression. Here I only found a few scattered plants. Strangely these plants seem to be left alone by goats! I found a completely intact colony by the huge dunes in the north – […]
Altitude: 2460 metres. Native range is northeast to southeast Brazil.
Altitude: 2460 metres. Native range is northeast to southeast Brazil.
Native range is Mexico to Paraguay.
Native range is Mexico to Paraguay.
As I got close to the Huanchaca Plateau I noticed many new types of plants compared to further down the slopes of the plateau, and it seemed to increase as I closed in on the plateau itself. Altitude: 819 metres. Native range is Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay.
As I got close to the Huanchaca Plateau I noticed many new types of plants compared to further down the slopes of the plateau, and it seemed to increase as I closed in on the plateau itself. Altitude: 819 metres. Native range is Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay.
As I got close to the Huanchaca Plateau I noticed many new types of plants compared to further down the slopes of the plateau, and it seemed to increase as I closed in on the plateau itself. Altitude: 803 metres. Native range is Brazil to Argentina.
As I got close to the Huanchaca Plateau I noticed many new types of plants compared to further down the slopes of the plateau, and it seemed to increase as I closed in on the plateau itself. Altitude: 803 metres. Native range is Brazil to Argentina.
A decorative plant in or out of bloom. I guess many rock-garden enthusiasts would like it in their garden! Altitude: 4232 metres. Native range is Bolivia, Chile and Agentina.
In certain areas it is very common and you’ll see both color variants. Altitude: 4232 metres. Native range is Bolivia, Chile and Agentina. The white variety.
Thick succulent-like leaves that can hold water for very long dry periods. Just what you need in the desert-like environment of Sajama National Park and around the Tomarapi lodge. Altitude: 4287 meters. Native range is Peru to Argentina.
I saw several of the species in close proximity to the Tomarapi lodge, and this one is in fact placed in flowerbed right outside the reception building and dining area. Altitude: 4287 meters. Native range is Peru to Argentina.