Tropical Rain Forests
The most productive biome on the planet, also harbors the most biodiversity.
Most are located near the equator, where temperatures are warm and relatively constant year round
Plants are broad-leafed evergreen trees, shrubs, woody vines, and epiphytes.
epiphytes-plants that live on other plants, usually trees. Examples include orchids and mistletoe
High rainfall-usually with a pronounced rainy season and dry season.
Competition for light is intense. Pronounced stratification with several layers of trees.