Ecology. Open Yungas and Tucuman-Bolivian montane extending into the humid and semi-humid puna; on trees (including Alnus acuminata). Elevation. 2430-3500 m. Distribution. Bolivia: Chuquisaca, La Paz, Potosí, Tarija. World range: North America, Bolivia, South Africa, north central Asia.
Illustration.
Leptopterigynandrum subintegrum is characterized by the narrowly ovate-lanceolate leaves, julaceous foliate branches, and 2 cells long leaf apex.
Specimens. La Paz: Troll s.n. (JE, NY); Potosi: Lewis 79-384A (FH, GOET).