Which conifer, called pehuen, grows in Neuquen and is sacred to the Mapuche-Pehuenche people?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The monkey puzzle tree, Araucaria araucana
- Step 1: The pehuen grows on the volcanic soils of Neuquen. Step 2. Its seeds are a traditional food. Answer: The monkey puzzle tree, Araucaria araucana. Why not the others: The alerce, quebracho and ceibo are other trees.
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