FLORA OF PIURA: MOST REPRESENTATIVE PLANTS - BIOLOGY - 2025

The flora Piura is extensive and varied due to the characteristic microclimates of its territory. Certain types of vegetation correspond to each climatic zone of the department, which are related to their respective climatic and topographic environments.

With an average temperature of 26 ° C, a maximum of 40 ° C and a minimum of 15 ° C, the different regions of Piura present species of flora that proliferate according to their particular conditions.

Ponciana Real

For the best study of its flora, Piura has been divided into 7 sections: the mangroves, chaparral, ceibal, evergreen forest, carob, zapotal and Sechura desert.

Most representative species of the flora of Piura

Carob tree

This type of tree is one of the most characteristic species of Piura.

It is common to find it in tropical desert areas, specifically in the northern valleys, forming dense and lush forests.

It is used as a timber product for buildings, charcoal and bonfires. Its dried leaves are used as food for livestock.

Its fruits are rich in protein and are used for human and animal consumption.

Also from the carob tree an edible essence called carob is obtained, which is in high demand.

Succulents

This type of flora is similar to cacti because it stores a large amount of water in its stems.

It has thick foliage, colorful flowers and is found in swamps and hills.

Because they grow low above the ground, succulents serve as a refuge for insects and small animals.

Suche

The yellow and pink flowers are the main attraction of this plant, whose height can exceed 4 meters.

It is possible to find it in high areas and frequently as an ornament of public squares.

This plant has the peculiarity of giving off a pleasant smell regularly in the morning hours.

Molle

It is characterized by its large foliage and by releasing oils with an intense smell that cover its leaves, giving it a special shine.

Its fruits are clusters of small deep red mats that are used for medicinal purposes and to prepare porridge and chicha.

Its crushed leaves impregnated with its oil are used as a repellent against insects.

It is located on the banks of rivers, on the coast and in the inter-Andean valleys.

Ponciana

This plant is a legume that occurs in coastal climatic zones.

Its flowers are carmine red and open during the summer, completely covering the crown of the plant.

It is common to find them adorning gardens and public parks, in dry and sunny areas.

Fig tree

It is a plant that thrives in sandy soils with an arid climate.

It is commonly located in the north and south of the country, cultivated in various rural areas.

Huarango

It is typical of places with low humidity, therefore it is part of the predominant vegetation in the coastal valleys.

This species is characterized by having large spines that protect it from herbivorous predators.

It is used as a living fence for the delimitation of boundaries and agricultural fields.

Ceibo

This plant has multiple uses.

It is used to make handicrafts, ropes and boxes; and its fruit is intended for food for cattle.

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