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…
12 Nov 2012
Polylepis tarapacana
Some of the highest elevation of Polyepis forests are found in this park, and in particular on the slopes of Nevada Sajama seen in the background here. This…
12 Nov 2012
Yareta (Azorella compacta)
Yareta (Azorella compacta) is perhaps the plant that has fascinated me the most on the Altiplano. It reminds me of coral reefs and the Brain coral (Faviidae),…
12 Nov 2012
Yareta (Azorella compacta)
Most will think yareta (Azorella compacta) is a moss, but it's a very slow-growing perennial that can grow to huge individuals. It grows less than 2 cm per…
12 Nov 2012
Cumulopuntia glomerata
The flowers of cumulopuntia glomerata are grand and beautiful, and are some of the plants as well. Some individuals grow to monumental sizes that simply makes…
12 Nov 2012
Sarcocornia pulvinata
Sarcocornia pulvinata grows very close to hot springs and is thus salt and mineral tolerant. Seems like Sedum.
12 Nov 2012
Altiplano plant 01 (Paper Daisies – Tribe Gnaphalieae)
Grows close to hot springs, and is thus salt and mineral tolerant. Altitude: 4402 metres. -18.098056,-69.029444
12 Nov 2012
Frankenia triandra
Frankenia triandra grows close to hot springs, and is thus salt and mineral tolerant. Altitude: 4402 metres. Native range is Peru to Argentina.…