Allochrusa takhtajanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
takhtajanii
ID:
527176
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gabrieljan & Dittrich
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Biol. Zhurn. Armenii 43: 184 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526508
Common Names
- Allochrusa takhtajanii
- Allochrusa
- Takhtajani's Allochrusa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Allochrusa takhtajanii (also called Takhtajani She-oak, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with a dense canopy. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands and heathlands. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, woody, cone-like fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Allochrusa takhtajanii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is often used as a windbreak or for erosion control. Its dense canopy provides shade and can be used to create a natural privacy screen. The wood is strong and durable, making it suitable for use in furniture and other woodworking projects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Allochrusa takhtajanii are small, yellow-green in color and occur in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard coat. Seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, scale-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Allochrusa takhtajanii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.
Where to Find Allochrusa takhtajanii
Allochrusa takhtajanii can be found in the mountains of Tajikistan.
Allochrusa takhtajanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allochrusa takhtajanii?
Allochrusa takhtajanii
What is the common name of Allochrusa takhtajanii?
Takhtajanii Allochrusa
What is the growth habit of Allochrusa takhtajanii?
It is an evergreen shrub growing to a height of 1.5 m.
Species in the Allochrusa genus
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2629116: Based on the initial data import
Manfred Dittrich (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dittrich' in the authors string.
Elenora Tzolakovna Gabrieljan (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gabrieljan' in the authors string.