Rocky Coastal Scrublands
The most sparse and stunted vegetation is found in this zone, which occurs adjacent to the ocean on karstic soil. The flora is tolerant of wind and salt spray, and includes romero de playa (Borrichia arborescens), incienso de playa (Argusia gnaphalodes), and verdolaga de playa (Sesuvium maritimum).
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