Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Species:
antarctica
ID:
252773

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) Oerst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Bidr. Egefam. : 24 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252105



Common Names

  • Nothofagus antarctica
  • Antarctic Nothofagus
  • Antarctica Nothofagus


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Synonyms

  • Nothofagus montagnei (Hombr. & Jacquinot) Krasser [valid]
  • Nothofagus uliginosa (A.DC.) Krasser [valid]
  • Calucechinus antarctica (G.Forst.) Hombr. & Jacquinot ex Decne. [unknown]
  • Calucechinus montagnei (Hombr. & Jacquinot) Hombr. & Jacquinot ex Decne. [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica latifolia Kurtz ex Albov [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica microphylla Phil. [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica palustris Albov [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica subalpina (Albov) [unknown]
  • Fagus alpina Poepp. ex A.DC. [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica sublobata (A.DC.) [unknown]
  • Fagus antarctica uliginosa (A.DC.) [unknown]
  • Fagus montagnei Hombr. & Jacquinot [unknown]
  • Fagus uliginosa Phil. ex A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Nothofagus antarctica (also called Antarctic 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 antarctica 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 antarctica has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothofagus antarctica 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 antarctica

Nothofagus antarctica can be found in the southern regions of South America, including Chile and Argentina.

Nothofagus antarctica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothofagus antarctica?

Nothofagus antarctica

What is the family of Nothofagus antarctica?

Nothofagaceae

What is the common name of Nothofagus antarctica?

Antarctic 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,

References

Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:359065-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.