Espeletia

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Espeletia

Description Espeletia is a genus of plants that is native to the high-altitude Andes mountains in South America. This genus contains around 100 species, and they are commonly known as “frailejones” in Spanish. Espeletia is a member of the Asteraceae family, which also includes daisies and sunflowers. These plants have a unique appearance, with tall stems covered in silver-gray leaves…