Archive for 'Verbenaceae'

Coelocarpum haggierensis

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

Coelocarpum haggierensis UV

Coelocarpum haggierensis UV

No surprise in color distribution in UV light compared to visible light for this species – brighter center compared to the darker outer. Endemic.

Coelocarpum haggierensis

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.

Phyla nodiflora

Phyla nodiflora

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 – […]

Phyla nodiflora UV

Phyla nodiflora UV

No surprises in UV light.

Phyla nodiflora

Phyla nodiflora

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 – […]

Verbena hirta

Verbena hirta

Altitude: 2460 metres. Native range is northeast to southeast Brazil.

Verbena hirta

Verbena hirta var gracilis

Altitude: 2460 metres. Native range is northeast to southeast Brazil.

Stachytarpheta elatior

Stachytarpheta elatior

Native range is Mexico to Paraguay.

Stachytarpheta elatior

Stachytarpheta elatior

Native range is Mexico to Paraguay.

Stachytarpheta gesnerioides

Stachytarpheta gesnerioides

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.

Stachytarpheta gesnerioides

Stachytarpheta gesnerioides

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.

Lippia lupulina

Lippia lupulina

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.

Lippia lupulina

Lippia lupulina

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.

Junellia pappigera

Junellia pappigera

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.

Junellia pappigera

Junellia pappigera

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.

Junellia minima

Junellia minima

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.

Junellia minima

Junellia minima

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.