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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.Some protection against the sun, some shadow from vegetation, filtering about 20 - 40 % of light.

Edible plant

Shrub

Low germination, less than 30 %

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 2.5 m.

 

Berberis chilensis var. chilensis
(Michay)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
25 g.: 11 USD Buy 1000 g.: 280 USD Buy
50 g.: 19 USD Buy  
100 g.: 35 USD Buy  
250 g.: 81 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

The plant grows in water or it has its roots within a permanent water course. This corresponds to marshes, bogs, water courses, lake and river shores.Humid areas, with almost constant rainfall. Short dry periods are possible (generally not longer than 1 month).Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.Deep ravines facing south with additional shadow from trees. Or with a very dense vegetation cover which gives 80 - 90 % shadow (for instance, the Valdivian forests)

Edible plant

Tree

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 20 m.

 

Blepharocalyx cruckshanksii
(Temu, Palo colorado)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
10 g.: 7 USD Buy
25 g.: 13 USD Buy  
50 g.: 22 USD Buy  
100 g.: 40 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

MedicinalEdible plant

Annual

No ornamental value (C)

Height:100

 

Cichorium intybus
(Chicorea, Achicoria)
   
PKT: 2 USD Buy        
 
 
 
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

Edible plantWeed

Perennial

No ornamental value (C)

Height: 1.2 m.

 

Cynara cardunculus
(Cardo penquero, Cardo de castilla)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
100 g.: 25 USD Buy
250 g.: 57 USD Buy  
 
 
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Humid areas, with almost constant rainfall. Short dry periods are possible (generally not longer than 1 month).Some protection against the sun, some shadow from vegetation, filtering about 20 - 40 % of light.Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.

Edible plant

Tree

No ornamental value (C)

Height: 18 m.

 

Gomortega keule
(Qeule, Keule)
   
PKT: 7 USD Buy        
250 g.: 20 USD Buy
1000 g.: 70 USD Buy  
 
 
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

Edible plant

Tree

Excellent ornamental value (A +)

Height: 30 m.

 

Jubae chilensis
(Palma chilena)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
100 g.: 5 USD Buy
250 g.: 5 USD Buy  
1000 g.: 8 USD Buy  
 
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.Extremely dry areas with very rare rainfall. The dry season lasts 8 - 12 months and in some years no rainfall is possible. Rainfall less than 100 mm/year.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

Edible plant

Shrub

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 50 cm.

 

Krameria cistoidea
()

This is interesting shrubs with red assymetrical flowers and edible nuts. It grows in northern areas of Chile and is very resistant to dry spells and and can tolerate moderate freezing but no snow.
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
5 g.: 7 USD Buy 100 g.: 63 USD Buy
10 g.: 10 USD Buy   250 g.: 144 USD Buy
25 g.: 20 USD Buy   1000 g.: 500 USD Buy
50 g.: 34 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

The plant grows in water or it has its roots within a permanent water course. This corresponds to marshes, bogs, water courses, lake and river shores.Humid areas, with almost constant rainfall. Short dry periods are possible (generally not longer than 1 month).Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.Deep ravines facing south with additional shadow from trees. Or with a very dense vegetation cover which gives 80 - 90 % shadow (for instance, the Valdivian forests)

Edible plantIndustrial Use

ShrubClimber

Average germination, 30 - 60 %

Excellent ornamental value (A +)

Height: 10 m.

 

Lapageria rosea
(Copihue)

This is probably the most famous Chilean plant, the bell flower. It is the National Flower of Chile. It generally comes is red-pinkish color, and very rarely one can find in nature albine flowers as well. The fruits are edible and have pleasant sweet taste, especially when they are not yet ripe. The ripe fruits have hard seeds, and eating becomes rather complicating.
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
5 g.: 13 USD Buy 100 g.: 90 USD Buy
10 g.: 21 USD Buy   250 g.: 160 USD Buy
25 g.: 39 USD Buy   1000 g.: 610 USD Buy
50 g.: 60 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

The plant grows in water or it has its roots within a permanent water course. This corresponds to marshes, bogs, water courses, lake and river shores.Some protection against the sun, some shadow from vegetation, filtering about 20 - 40 % of light.

MedicinalEdible plantTimberIndustrial Use

Tree

Low germination, less than 30 %

Good ornamental value (A)

Height: 20 m.

 

Luma apiculata
(Arrayan, Palo colorado)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
25 g.: 12 USD Buy 1000 g.: 300 USD Buy
50 g.: 20 USD Buy  
100 g.: 38 USD Buy  
250 g.: 86 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

The plant grows in water or it has its roots within a permanent water course. This corresponds to marshes, bogs, water courses, lake and river shores.Humid areas, with almost constant rainfall. Short dry periods are possible (generally not longer than 1 month).Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.Deep ravines facing south with additional shadow from trees. Or with a very dense vegetation cover which gives 80 - 90 % shadow (for instance, the Valdivian forests)

MedicinalEdible plant

Shrub

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 8 m.

 

Luma chequen
(Chequen, Arrayan blanco)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
10 g.: 8 USD Buy 250 g.: 115 USD Buy
25 g.: 16 USD Buy   1000 g.: 400 USD Buy
50 g.: 27 USD Buy  
100 g.: 51 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Humid areas, with almost constant rainfall. Short dry periods are possible (generally not longer than 1 month).Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.Some protection against the sun, some shadow from vegetation, filtering about 20 - 40 % of light.Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.

MedicinalEdible plant

Perennial

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 1.8 m.

 

Physalis viscosa
(Physalis)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
1 g.: 7 USD Buy 50 g.: 102 USD Buy
5 g.: 21 USD Buy   100 g.: 190 USD Buy
10 g.: 31 USD Buy   250 g.: 431 USD Buy
25 g.: 61 USD Buy   1000 g.: 1500 USD Buy
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

Edible plant

Shrub

Excellent ornamental value (A +)

Height: 3 m.

 

Puya berteroniana
(Puya, Chagual, Cardon, Magüey)

This plant is an excellent option for outdoor growing in colder climates (-5º C), one of few bromeliaceae that can withstand freezing temperatures. Combine that with a very strange appearance, big green flowers and you get a first-class ornamental"
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
1 g.: 7 USD Buy 50 g.: 96 USD Buy
5 g.: 19 USD Buy   100 g.: 177 USD Buy
10 g.: 29 USD Buy   250 g.: 403 USD Buy
25 g.: 57 USD Buy   1000 g.: 1400 USD Buy
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.Some protection against the sun, some shadow from vegetation, filtering about 20 - 40 % of light.

Edible plant

Shrub

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 60 cm.

 

Ribes punctatum
()
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
1 g.: 8 USD Buy
5 g.: 24 USD Buy  
10 g.: 35 USD Buy  
 
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

The plant grows in water or it has its roots within a permanent water course. This corresponds to marshes, bogs, water courses, lake and river shores.Some protection against the sun, some shadow from vegetation, filtering about 20 - 40 % of light.Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.

MedicinalEdible plant

Tree

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 6 m.

 

Sambucus nigra
(Sauco)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
10 g.: 7 USD Buy 250 g.: 104 USD Buy
25 g.: 15 USD Buy  
50 g.: 25 USD Buy  
100 g.: 46 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.Extremely dry areas with very rare rainfall. The dry season lasts 8 - 12 months and in some years no rainfall is possible. Rainfall less than 100 mm/year.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

Edible plant

TreeShrub

Good germination, 60 - 80 %

Some ornamental value (B)

Height: 3 m.

 

Schinus polygamus
(Huingán, Borocoi, Boroco)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
50 g.: 7 USD Buy
100 g.: 13 USD Buy  
250 g.: 29 USD Buy  
1000 g.: 100 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 3º C (the typical morning frost of central Chile)

Humid areas, with almost constant rainfall. Short dry periods are possible (generally not longer than 1 month).Steep slopes facing south. Or with a vegetation cover which filters 40 - 80 % of light.

MedicinalEdible plant

Shrub

Low germination, less than 30 %

Good ornamental value (A)

 

Ugni molinae
(Murta, Murta blanca, Tautau, Murtilla)

This plant
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
25 g.: 12 USD Buy 1000 g.: 300 USD Buy
50 g.: 20 USD Buy  
100 g.: 38 USD Buy  
250 g.: 86 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate freezing.

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

Edible plant

Perennial

Good ornamental value (A)

Height: 20 cm.

 

Carpobrotus aequilaterus
(Doca, Frutilla del mar)
   
PKT: 4 USD Buy        
1 g.: 8 USD Buy
5 g.: 22 USD Buy  
10 g.: 33 USD Buy  
25 g.: 66 USD Buy  
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The plant does not tolerate freezing.

Somewhat dry areas where the draught may last 4 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm, concentrated in winter.Fully exposed to sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.

MedicinalEdible plant

Shrub

Good ornamental value (A)

Height: 2 m.

 

Ephedra gracilis
()
   
PKT: 7 USD Buy        
 
 
 
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The plant does not tolerate freezing.

Dry, arid areas, with long draught periods of 6 - 10 months. Precipitations of 100 mm - 300 mm. are concentrated in winter.