Status:
valid
Authors:
Espinosa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Revista Chilena Hist. Nat. 30: 268 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252102
Common Names
- Nothofagus alessandrii
- Alessandri's Nothofagus
- Alessandrii Nothofagus
Synonyms
- Fuscospora alessandri (Espinosa) Heenan & Smissen [valid]
Description
Nothofagus alessandrii (also called Alessandri's Beech, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Chile and Argentina. It is a deciduous tree, growing to a height of up to 25 meters, and is found in temperate forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nothofagus alessandrii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nothofagus alessandrii has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothofagus alessandrii can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Nothofagus alessandrii
Nothofagus alessandrii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia.
Nothofagus alessandrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothofagus alessandrii?
Nothofagus alessandrii
What is the family of Nothofagus alessandrii?
Nothofagaceae
What is the common name of Nothofagus alessandrii?
Alessandri's Nothofagus
Species in the Nothofagaceae family
Nothofagus aequilateralis,
Nothofagus alessandrii,
Nothofagus alpina,
Nothofagus antarctica,
Nothofagus apiculata,
Nothofagus balansae,
Nothofagus baumanniae,
Nothofagus betuloides,
Nothofagus blairii,
Nothofagus brassii,
Nothofagus carrii,
Nothofagus cliffortioides,
Nothofagus codonandra,
Nothofagus crenata,
Nothofagus cunninghamii,
Nothofagus discoidea,
Nothofagus dombeyi,
Nothofagus flaviramea,
Nothofagus fusca,
Nothofagus glauca,
Nothofagus grandis,
Nothofagus gunnii,
Nothofagus leonii,
Nothofagus macrocarpa,
Nothofagus menziesii,
Nothofagus moorei,
Nothofagus nitida,
Nothofagus nuda,
Nothofagus obliqua,
Nothofagus perryi,
Nothofagus pseudoresinosa,
Nothofagus pullei,
Nothofagus pumilio,
Nothofagus resinosa,
Nothofagus rubra,
Nothofagus rutila,
Nothofagus solandri,
Nothofagus solfusca,
Nothofagus starkenborghiorum,
Nothofagus stylosa,
Nothofagus truncata,
Nothofagus womersleyi,
Nothofagus dodecaphleps,
Nothofagus eugenananus,