Highland Bullosum |
Piperaceae |
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Author: Genoveva Rodriguez |
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LIFE HISTORY DATA |
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Elevation |
2600-3200m. |
Size |
Up to 5 m. |
Characteristics |
This is the most widespread species of the highlands. Abaxil of the leaves has a thick mat of white pubescence, and the adaxil is shiny and leathery in texture. Lemon-shaped leaves and thin stems. It grows well in partial shadow, near rivers or in ridges. Found with flowers in November 05. |
Location |
Papallacta, Guango, Rio Chalpi Grande, Oyacachi. Most abundant plant at Guango and Rio Chalpi. |
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