Describe the climatic conditions of the Amazon Basin
what are the characteristics of the natural vegetation found in the Amazon Basin? Name the important trees of the Amazon rainforests
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Climate:
The climate of the basin is generally hot and humid. The average annual temperature is around 25-degree and 28 degree celsius with no distinction between summer and winter seasons.
There is high humidity and rainfall throughout the year.
Vegetation found in the Amazon Basin:
The Amazon basin has a dense and luxuriant vegetation . The evergreen tropical rainforests of this area are the largest of their kind and are known as Selvas. The trees are tall with hard wood and broad leaves that form a canopy at the top. Mosses and ferns are found growing on the ground. Climbers like liana are found along the tall tree trunks.
Important trees of the Amazon rainforest:
The important trees of the Amazon rainforest are ebony, mahogany, rosewood, rubber and cinchona.
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