Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Species:
nitida
ID:
252814

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Krasser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 11: 163 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252146



Common Names

  • Roble Nitido
  • Roble de Nitida
  • Roble de la Cordillera


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Synonyms

  • Fagus nitida Phil. [unknown]

Description

Nothofagus nitida (also called 'Shining Beech', among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 20m tall. It is native to Chile and is found in temperate rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Nothofagus nitida is used for its wood, which is used in the construction of furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nothofagus nitida has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in spring and summer. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothofagus nitida is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sheltered location until they are well-established.

Where to Find Nothofagus nitida

Nothofagus nitida is native to the forests of Chile and Argentina.

Nothofagus nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothofagus nitida?

Nothofagus nitida

What is the common name of Nothofagus nitida?

Shining Beech

Where is Nothofagus nitida native to?

South America

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Fridolin Krasser (1863-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170375-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.