Xerodraba Patagonica Subsp. Pycnophylloides

Xerodraba patagonica subsp. pycnophylloides is a rare and resilient plant native to the arid regions of southern South America. It thrives in extreme conditions with minimal water availability and high solar exposure. This subspecies is characterized by its dense, waxy foliage that helps reduce water loss. Its unique adaptations make it an important subject in studies of desert flora. Due to its limited distribution, it is also a species of conservation concern.