Lima is on a dessert and it never rains there. That doesn't stop it from being humid and fog laden. It is winter there now and no sun was to be seen through the dense overcast and fog. Temps were in the 50s and 60s consistently and this damp cold kept me in a jacket the entire time. Since the summer highs rarely reach the mid 80s, no central heat or A/C is in the homes and buildings so there is no place to warm up or take a break from the constant chill.
Many of the plants there are found in Florida. Since it never freezes, many tropical palms only found in the Miami area will grow there if irrigated. Here is a look at some plants that caught my interest:
Cycads:
This 10 foot high plant behind a wall is a mystery to me. Perhaps a dasylirion?
A famous ancient olive grove.
Old eucalyptus trees
I found a nice park with some trees labeled.
I think these flat top jobbers are Poinciana trees
Flowers anyone?
Local fruit and veggie stores. Note the black corn used in making a popular drink called chicha.
Enough for now. I'll close with this lovely dancer.
Jim
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