26 Nov 2012
Pampas deer (Ozotoceros bezoarticus)
This was my first steps on top of the Huanchaca Plateau (Caparú Meseta), and what a welcome! The deer just looked at me and went on chewing for some time, and…
26 Nov 2012
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…
26 Nov 2012
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…
26 Nov 2012
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…
26 Nov 2012
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…
15 Nov 2012
Junellia pappigera
Junellia pappigera is a decorative plant in or out of bloom. I guess many rock-garden enthusiasts would like it in their garden! Altitude: 4232 metres. Native…
15 Nov 2012
Junellia pappigera
In certain areas junellia pappigera is very common and you'll see both color variants.
Altitude: 4232 metres.
Native range is Bolivia, Chile and Agentina.
15 Nov 2012
Lobelia oligophylla
Lobelia oligophylla grows alongside the springs, streams, rivers and some lagoons. Altitude: 4131 metres. Native range is Ecuador to southernmost South…
13 Nov 2012
Junellia minima
Junellia minima has thick succulent-like leaves that can hold water for very long dry periods. Just what you need in the desert-like environment of Sajama…
13 Nov 2012
Junellia minima
I saw several junellia minima in close proximity to the Tomarapi lodge, and this one is in fact placed in flowerbed right outside the reception building and…