Acostaea tenax  Luer & Escobar

From the Latin tenax, "tenacious," referring to the restraining arms of the column-foot.

Plant ID:  01587

Additional Information:  Occurs in the eastern cordillera of Colombia at altitudes ranging from 8,360 feet (2,550 m) to 9,320 feet (2,840 m).

Synonyms:

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