Tipos de bosque, diversidad y composición florística en la Amazonia sudoeste de Bolivia

Abstract

The forest types, species richness, and floristic composition of the southwestern Amazon are poorly known. The objective of this study was to define the main forest types based on floristic composition and species abundance, and to compare these characteristics with surrounding areas. We sampled 30 1 ha plots in the department of Pando, Bolivia by identifying species, and quantifying the number of individuals, tree height, crown position, and liana infestation for trees ≥ 10 cm diameter. We also measured environmental variables including fisiography, slope,