The andean highlands in ecuador are known as the altiplano? , paramo? idk

The Andean Highlands in Ecuador are known as the paramo.
Paramo is the ecosystem of the regions above the continuous forest line. It is a neotropical high mountain biome with a vegetation composed mainly of giant rosette plants, shrubs and grasses. Paramo climates are known for their daily fluctuations in temperature and humidity.

Answer volcanic outgassing;