Status:
valid
Authors:
Brongn. & Gris
Source:
tro
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 18: 140. (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301538
Common Names
- Libocedrus Austrocaledonica
- Austrocaledonica's Libocedrus
- Libocedrus Austrocaledonica's
Description
Libocedrus austrocaledonica (also called Southern Cedar, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen tree that typically grows up to 10 m tall. It has a creeping rhizome and its leaves are scale-like. It is native to New Caledonia and typically grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Libocedrus austrocaledonica is a species of conifer in the family Cupressaceae. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Libocedrus austrocaledonica has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters on the top of the stem. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a short stem with two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Libocedrus austrocaledonica is a hardy, evergreen conifer that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Libocedrus austrocaledonica
Libocedrus austrocaledonica is found in New Caledonia.
Libocedrus austrocaledonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Libocedrus austrocaledonica?
Libocedrus austrocaledonica
What is the common name of Libocedrus austrocaledonica?
Southern Cedar
What are the growing conditions for Libocedrus austrocaledonica?
Libocedrus austrocaledonica prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Species in the Libocedrus genus
Species in the Cupressaceae family
Athrotaxis cupressoides,
Athrotaxis laxifolia,
Athrotaxis selaginoides,
Austrocedrus chilensis,
Callitris acuminata,
Callitris baileyi,
Callitris canescens,
Callitris columellaris,
Callitris drummondii,
Callitris endlicheri,
Callitris macleayana,
Callitris monticola,
Callitris muelleri,
Callitris neocaledonica,
Callitris oblonga,
Callitris preissii,
Callitris rhomboidea,
Callitris roei,
Callitris sulcata,
Callitris verrucosa,
Callitris arenaria,
Callitris pyramidalis,
Callitris pancheri,
Callitropsis nootkatensis,
Calocedrus rupestris,
Calocedrus decurrens,
Calocedrus formosana,
Calocedrus macrolepis,
Chamaecyparis formosensis,
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana,
Chamaecyparis obtusa,
Chamaecyparis pisifera,
Chamaecyparis thyoides,
Chamaecyparis hodginsii,
Chamaecyparis flifera,
Cryptomeria japonica,
Cunninghamia konishii,
Cunninghamia lanceolata,
Cupressus atlantica,
Cupressus austrotibetica,
Cupressus cashmeriana,
Cupressus chengiana,
Cupressus corneyana,
Cupressus duclouxiana,
Cupressus dupreziana,
Cupressus funebris,
Cupressus gigantea,
Cupressus guadalupensis,
Cupressus pendula,
Cupressus sargentii,