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Augustifolia Forest (Araucaria)

This ecosystem is located mainly in the South Region but also occurs in high altitudes of the Southeast Region. The climate is  subtropical with relatively regular rain for the whole year and temperatures relatively low.

The araucaria (Araucaria augustifolia) or Pinheiro-do-Paraná is very abundant. This tree can reach up to 50m and produces edible seeds. It has branches distributed around a central log. This area has little flora diversity due to the cold climate.  and the araucarias stand out, being isolated. This facilitates much deforestation  and the danger of extinction for this ecosystem.

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