High Andean Steppe at nearly 5000 metres altitude near Caquena, with Quenoa trees (Polylepis tarapacana) visible on the tops of the mid-distance hills. Region XV Arica-Parinacota, Chile
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High Andean Steppe at nearly 5000 metres altitude near Caquena, with Quenoa trees (Polylepis tarapacana) visible on the tops of the mid-distance hills. Region XV Arica-Parinacota, Chile
Quenoal is the habitat type named for the presence of Quenoa trees (Polylepis tarapacana and Polylepis rugulosa). Polylepis tarapacana is the highest-growing tree in the world, growing up to 5500 metres above sea level