Includes neotropical, holarctic and antarctic floristic elements. The lower limit of the Altoandina vegetation descends from c. 4400 m in the north to c. The climate is cold and dry, though more humid southward. The scarce precipitation sometimes falls as snow.
Winds are strong.
Bogs with Cyperaceae, Juncaceae and Gramineae are found in wet places. Social and environmental values, Threats, Conservation No information. Return to Top Map 36. Regiones fitogeogr ficas argentinas . Editorial Acm , Buenos Aires.